Just be sure to use these four tips for installing all-season floor mats in your car to ensure a proper fit.
Clean the Inside First
Before installing any floor mats, clean out the inside of the vehicle. Vacuum, sweep, and clear out any dirt, debris, and garbage.
Line Up the Floor Mats
The next step is to line up the floor mats. With any floor mat, there is a left-hand side (LHS), and right-hand side (RHS) indented into the mat to show its proper placement. The LHS refers to the driver’s side of your vehicle, whereas the RHS refers to the passenger’s side.
Install Correctly
After lining up the floor mat to its respective hooks or anchors, install it on the driver’s and passenger’s sides. Some floor mats have grommets that require you to push down with some force. Once snapped into place, your floor mats will be secure.
If it provides much give and moves around, you have not installed it correctly. Have a professional install it for you if you cannot do so yourself. Remember that it is unsafe to drive with improperly installed floor mats, as it can inhibit proper use of the acceleration and brake pedals.
Test the Pedals
The last tip for installing all-season floor mats in your car is to test the pedals. After finishing the installation, it’s important to test the acceleration and brake pedals to ensure proper utility. Make sure these pedals have a smooth range of motion. There should be no hindrance or interference from the floor mat.