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Floor Coverings & Headliner Cadillac SRX II

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Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers

ApplicationType of MaterialGM Part Number
United StatesCanada
GM Vehicle Care Odor EliminatorFluids8886143188861436

Eliminating Unwanted Odors in Vehicles

GM Vehicle Care Odor Eliminator, Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers , may control or eliminate odors in the interior and luggage compartment areas of GM vehicles. This non-toxic, biodegradable, odorless product has been shown to greatly reduce or remove the following types of odor

  1. Objectionable smells of mold and mildew resulting from vehicle water leaks
  2. Customer created odors, such as smoke

You may safely use GM Vehicle Care Odor Eliminator on fabrics, vinyl, leather, carpet, and sound deadening materials. You may also induce this product into HVAC modules and instrument panel ducts for the control of non-bacterial related odors.

Note. This product leaves no residual scent and should not be used as an air freshener.

This product may result in the permanent elimination of an odor and may be preferable to customers whose allergies make them sensitive to perfumes. This product may effectively remove odors when directly contacting the odor source. In cases such as water leaks, use this product with diagnostic procedures to first eliminate the primary cause of the odor. Then use further applications on the residual odor to permanently correct the vehicle condition.

How to Use this Product

  1. Spray GM Vehicle Care Odor Eliminator directly or as an additive with carpet shampoo in steam cleaners.
  2. Do not use on any interior surface that plain water would deteriorate, because this product will have the same effect. Also avoid letting this product come into contact with vinegar or any acidic substance. Acid-based products will hamper the effectiveness of GM Vehicle Care Odor Eliminator.
  3. Complete eight page treatment sheets are enclosed within each case of GM Vehicle Care Odor Eliminator. These treatment instructions range from simple vehicle odor elimination to full step by step procedures for odor removal from water leaks. If lost, contact 800-977-4145 to get a replacement set faxed or e-mailed to your dealership.
  4. Instructions and cautions are printed on the bottle, but additional help is available. If you encounter a persistent or recurring odor, you may call to obtain additional information and usage suggestions. In the USA, call 1-800-955-8591. In Canada, call 1-800-977-4145.

Floor Carpet Drying

If the carpet or the pad or insulator is wet, use the following criteria for drying or for replacing the components

  1. For a 1-piece carpet assembly bonded to a cotton or a fiber padding, replace the entire assembly.
  2. For a 2-piece carpet assembly with a cotton or a fiber padding, replace the padding only. While the carpet is out of the vehicle, dry the carpet using the method described below.
  3. For a 1-piece carpet assembly bonded to a foam padding or attached to a synthetic padding, dry the carpet using the method described below.
  4. For a 2-piece carpet assembly with a synthetic padding, dry the assembly using the method described below.

Drying Method

  1. If you observe puddles of liquid on the carpet face, use a wet vacuum to remove the excess moisture.
  2. Blot the face of the carpet with a towel in order to absorb as much moisture as possible.
  3. Point a fan at the affected area and air dry the carpet.

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Scheme 50: Front Floor Panel Carpet Replacement
Scheme 50: Front Floor Panel Carpet Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Replacement . Remove the center console trim panels and the center console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement . Remove the body hinge pillar trim panel. Refer to Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement . Remove the center pillar lower trim. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement .
1Front Floor Panel Carpet Assembly Procedure: Remove the floor carpet by pulling the front carpet from under the rear carpet assembly and lifting the carpet out of the vehicle.

Scheme 51

Scheme 51: Rear Floor Panel Carpet Replacement
Scheme 51: Rear Floor Panel Carpet Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the driver and passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Replacement . Remove the rear seat. Refer to Rear Seat Replacement . Remove the center pillar lower trim. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement . Remove the body side trim panel. Refer to Body Side Trim Panel Replacement .
1Rear Floor Panel Carpet Assembly Tip: Remove only the side components necessary to remove the carpet from the vehicle.

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Scheme 52: Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (With C3U)
Scheme 52: Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (With C3U)
CalloutComponent Name
WARNING: Do not attempt to repair or alter the head impact energy-absorbing material glued to the headliner or to the garnish trims. If the material is damaged, replace the headliner and/or the garnish trim. Failure to do so could result in personal injury. CAUTION: Use care when working around the head curtain inflator module. Sharp tools may puncture the curtain airbag. If the head curtain inflator module is damaged in any way, it must be replaced. CAUTION: If a vehicle is equipped with a head curtain inflator module ensure that the inflator module and tether are undamaged. If tether or curtain airbag are damaged in any way, they must be replaced. Preliminary Procedures Disable the roof rail SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement . Remove the sunshade supports. Refer to Sunshade Support Replacement . Remove the sunshade assembly. Refer to Sunshade Replacement . Remove the roof rail front assist handle assembly. Refer to Front Assist Handle Replacement . Remove the roof rail rear assist handle assembly. Refer to Roof Rail Rear Assist Handle Replacement . Remove the roof console assembly. Refer to Roof Console Replacement . Remove the center pillar upper trim panel. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement . Remove the rear quarter upper trim panel. Refer to Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement .
1Headliner Trim Panel Assembly Procedure Release two retainers in the rear part of headliner. Prior to removal, note the routing of the wire harness to aid in reassembly and to ensure proper installation. Disconnect the electrical connectors. If replacing the headliner assembly, transfer all necessary components. Ensure weatherstrips are properly positioned once headliner is in place. Disconnect the rear washer hose. Tip: When installing a new headliner, tape any unused connector to the headliner with a high adhesive tape.
WARNING
Do not attempt to repair or alter the head impact energy-absorbing material glued to the headliner or to the garnish trims. If the material is damaged, replace the headliner and/or the garnish trim. Failure to do so could result in personal injury.
CAUTION
Use care when working around the head curtain inflator module. Sharp tools may puncture the curtain airbag. If the head curtain inflator module is damaged in any way, it must be replaced.
CAUTION
If a vehicle is equipped with a head curtain inflator module ensure that the inflator module and tether are undamaged. If tether or curtain airbag are damaged in any way, they must be replaced.

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Scheme 53: Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Without C3U)
Scheme 53: Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Without C3U)
CalloutComponent Name
WARNING: Do not attempt to repair or alter the head impact energy-absorbing material glued to the headliner or to the garnish trims. If the material is damaged, replace the headliner and/or the garnish trim. Failure to do so could result in personal injury. CAUTION: Use care when working around the head curtain inflator module. Sharp tools may puncture the curtain airbag. If the head curtain inflator module is damaged in any way, it must be replaced. CAUTION: If a vehicle is equipped with a head curtain inflator module ensure that the inflator module and tether are undamaged. If tether or curtain airbag are damaged in any way, they must be replaced. Preliminary Procedures Disable the roof rail SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement . Remove the sunshade supports. Refer to Sunshade Support Replacement . Remove the sunshade assembly. Refer to Sunshade Replacement . Remove the roof rail front assist handle assembly. Refer to Front Assist Handle Replacement . Remove the roof rail rear assist handle assembly. Refer to Roof Rail Rear Assist Handle Replacement . Remove the roof console assembly. Refer to Roof Console Replacement . Remove the center pillar upper trim panel. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement . Remove the rear quarter upper trim panel. Refer to Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement .
1Headliner Trim Panel Assembly Procedure Release two retainers in the rear part of headliner Prior to removal, note the routing of the wire harness to aid in reassembly and to ensure proper installation. Disconnect the electrical connectors. If replacing the headliner assembly, transfer all necessary components. Ensure weatherstrips are properly positioned once headliner is in place. Disconnect the rear washer hose. Tip: When installing a new headliner, tape any unused connector to the headliner with a high adhesive tape.
WARNING
Do not attempt to repair or alter the head impact energy-absorbing material glued to the headliner or to the garnish trims. If the material is damaged, replace the headliner and/or the garnish trim. Failure to do so could result in personal injury.
CAUTION
Use care when working around the head curtain inflator module. Sharp tools may puncture the curtain airbag. If the head curtain inflator module is damaged in any way, it must be replaced.
CAUTION
If a vehicle is equipped with a head curtain inflator module ensure that the inflator module and tether are undamaged. If tether or curtain airbag are damaged in any way, they must be replaced.

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