Carpet

Complete removal and replacement of carpet sections in a 2009 Aston Martin DB9, requiring removal of both front seats, center console, door sills, trim panels, and carpet sections.

Warnings

Tools required

Parts

• Carpet section (driver side) × 1 — Use OEM specification
• Carpet section (passenger side) × 1 — Use OEM specification
• Carpet section (center tunnel) × 1 — Use OEM specification
• Carpet section (rear footwell) × 1 — Use OEM specification
• Trim panel clips × 10 — Replace any damaged during removal
• Door sill trim clips × 6 — Replace any damaged during removal

Preparation

1. Park vehicle on level surface and engage parking brake
2. Disconnect battery negative terminal and wait 15 minutes for airbag system to discharge
3. Move both front seats fully rearward to access front mounting bolts
4. Photograph interior before beginning work to document carpet routing and trim placement
5. Organize storage containers for fasteners, labeling by location

Procedure

1. 1

   Remove front door sill trim panels
   Starting with driver side, gently pry up the door sill trim panel using trim removal tools. These panels are secured by clips along their length (verify exact clip count against OEM documentation). Work from one end to the other, releasing clips progressively. Disconnect any ambient lighting connectors if equipped. Repeat for passenger side door sill trim. Note: These panels are secured by clips along their length (verify exact count against 2009 DB9 documentation).
2. 2

   Remove A-pillar lower trim panels
   Remove the lower A-pillar trim covers on both sides. These are typically secured by clips at the top and bottom. Carefully pull away from the pillar, starting at the bottom, to release the clips. These panels overlap the carpet edge at the front footwell.
3. 3

   Remove driver seat
   Move seat fully forward. Locate and remove the Torx bolts securing the rear of the seat rails to the floor (verify exact count and head type against 2009 DB9 service documentation). Move seat fully rearward. Remove the Torx bolts securing the front of the seat rails. Disconnect the electrical connector(s) under the seat for power/heating/airbag/occupancy functions, releasing each connector per its specific locking mechanism (note airbag connectors often use a slide-lock, not a simple tab). Carefully lift seat and remove from vehicle. Repeat entire process for passenger seat. Note: Locate and remove the 2 Torx bolts securing the rear of the seat rails to the floor (typically size per OEM specification). Move seat fully rearward. Remove the 2 Torx bolts securing the front of the seat rails. Note: Locate and remove the bolts securing the rear of the seat rails to the floor (verify exact count and head type against OEM documentation). Move seat fully rearward. Remove the bolts securing the front of the seat rails. Note: Locate and remove the Torx bolts securing the rear of the seat rails to the floor (verify exact count and head type against 2009 DB9 service documentation). Move seat fully rearward. Remove the Torx bolts securing the front of the seat rails. Note: Locate and remove the fasteners securing the rear of the seat rails to the floor (verify exact count and head type against 2009 DB9 service documentation). Move seat fully rearward. Remove the fasteners securing the front of the seat rails. Note: After confirming the battery has been disconnected and the airbag system has discharged, disconnect the electrical connectors under the seat for power/heating/occupancy/airbag functions (release the connector locks per OEM procedure and pull connectors apart).
   Torque spec

   Seat Mounting Bolts45 Nm (33 lb-ft)
4. 4

   Remove center console lower panels
   Remove the lower trim panels on both sides of the center console where they meet the carpet. These are secured by Torx screws per side (verify exact screw count against OEM documentation). Remove screws and carefully pull panels away, releasing any remaining clips. This exposes the edges of the center tunnel carpet section. Note: Verify the number and type of fasteners securing the console side panels against the 2009 DB9 service documentation before removal.
   Torque spec

   Dashboard Screws3 Nm (2 lb-ft)
5. 5

   Remove center console
   Remove the gear selector surround trim (gently pry up from rear). Remove storage compartment liner if present. Locate and remove the Torx fasteners securing console to floor and transmission tunnel (verify exact fastener count against OEM documentation). Disconnect electrical connectors for any switches, USB ports, or 12V outlets. Carefully lift console up and rearward, then remove from vehicle. Note routing of any wiring harnesses. Note: Locate and remove the fasteners securing the console to the floor and transmission tunnel (verify exact count and type against 2009 DB9 service documentation).
   Torque spec

   Dashboard Screws3 Nm (2 lb-ft)
6. 6

   Remove rear seat lower cushion
   Release the rear seat cushion by applying firm pressure at the front edge per the OEM-specified method and pulling upward to release the retaining clips (verify exact clip count and release direction against 2009 DB9 documentation). Lift cushion up and out of vehicle. This provides access to rear footwell carpet sections. Note: Press up on the front edge of the rear seat cushion to release the retaining clips (verify clip count and release method against 2009 DB9 documentation).
7. 7

   Remove kick panels and footwell trim
   Remove the kick panels on both driver and passenger sides. These are secured by a combination of clips and Torx screws (verify exact screw count against OEM documentation). The driver side kick panel may have additional fasteners near the hood release mechanism. Remove any lower dash trim pieces that overlap carpet edges in the footwell areas. Note: These are secured by a combination of clips and screws (verify exact count and type against 2009 DB9 documentation).
8. 8

   Disconnect and remove center tunnel carpet section
   The center tunnel carpet section runs from the firewall to the rear bulkhead under where the console was mounted. Check for Torx fasteners along the transmission tunnel securing carpet to floor (verify exact fastener count against OEM documentation). Remove fasteners and carefully pull carpet section up and rearward. This piece may have sound deadening material bonded to the underside. Note: Check for fasteners along the transmission tunnel securing the carpet to the floor (verify count and type against 2009 DB9 documentation; carpet may be retained by trim overlap rather than discrete fasteners).
9. 9

   Remove driver side carpet section
   Starting at the door sill edge, carefully peel back the driver side footwell carpet section. Check under the carpet for any additional fasteners securing it to the floor pan. Remove any fasteners found. Work the carpet free from under the pedal assembly area, noting how it tucks under the firewall insulation. The carpet may be secured at the firewall with clips or a retaining strip. Fold and remove carpet section from vehicle.
10. 10

    Remove passenger side carpet section
    Remove the passenger side footwell carpet section using the same process as driver side. Pull back from door sill edge, locate and remove any floor fasteners, and work carpet free from firewall area. This section may extend further rearward than the driver side.
11. 11

    Remove rear footwell carpet sections
    Remove the rear footwell carpet sections (typically two pieces, one per side). These sections extend from under the front seats to the rear bulkhead. Check for fasteners along the rear bulkhead and transmission tunnel. Pull sections up and remove from vehicle. Note that these may overlap with the front sections and have tucked edges along the rocker panels.
12. 12

    Clean and inspect floor pan
    Thoroughly vacuum and clean the exposed floor pan. Inspect for signs of water intrusion, rust, or damage. Check all electrical harnesses running under the carpet for wear or damage. Verify all sound deadening material is intact. If replacing carpet due to water damage, identify and repair the source before installing new carpet.
13. 13

    Install new carpet sections
    Begin installation with the rear footwell sections first. Position each rear section and ensure proper alignment with rocker panel edges and rear bulkhead. Secure any fasteners at the bulkhead and tunnel. Next install driver and passenger front sections, ensuring they tuck properly under firewall insulation and pedal assemblies. Secure floor fasteners. Finally install center tunnel section, aligning with transmission tunnel contours and securing all fasteners. Ensure all carpet edges align properly with trim mounting locations and that no wiring harnesses are pinched.
14. 14

    Reinstall center console and trim panels
    Position center console, routing all wiring harnesses as documented during removal. Reconnect all electrical connectors. Install and torque all console mounting fasteners. Install console side trim panels. Install kick panels and footwell trim pieces, ensuring they seat properly over carpet edges. Install gear selector surround trim.
    Torque spec

    Dashboard Screws3 Nm (2 lb-ft)
15. 15

    Reinstall seats
    Position driver seat over mounting points. Reconnect electrical connector under seat. Install and hand-tighten the front mounting bolts, then the rear mounting bolts. Torque all seat mounting bolts to OEM specification in a cross pattern (verify exact bolt count and tightening sequence against OEM documentation). Repeat process for passenger seat. Test seat adjustments and verify all electrical functions (heating, power adjustment) operate correctly. Note: Install and hand-tighten all mounting bolts (verify exact count against 2009 DB9 service documentation). Torque all mounting bolts to the OEM specification following the factory tightening sequence. Note: Install and hand-tighten all front mounting bolts, then all rear mounting bolts. Torque all seat mounting bolts to the specification listed in the 2009 DB9 service documentation, following the OEM-specified tightening sequence.
    Torque spec

    Seat Mounting Bolts45 Nm (33 lb-ft)
16. 16

    Reinstall remaining trim
    Install rear seat lower cushion by aligning clips and pressing down firmly until clips engage. Install A-pillar lower trim panels, pressing firmly to engage clips. Install door sill trim panels on both sides, reconnecting any ambient lighting connectors and pressing down along length to engage all clips. Replace any damaged clips identified during removal.
    Torque spec

    Trim Panel Clips2 Nm (1.5 lb-ft)

Reassembly

1. Install carpet sections in reverse order: rear sections first, then front sections, finally center tunnel piece
2. Ensure all wiring harnesses and electrical connectors are routed properly and not pinched under carpet
3. Verify all trim panel clips are fully engaged before considering panel installed
4. Test all seat functions including power adjustment, heating, and memory settings before final verification

Verification

• Verify all carpet sections lie flat with no buckling or raised edges
• Check that all trim panels are flush and securely fastened with no gaps
• Confirm both seats are solidly mounted with no movement when pushed laterally
• Test all seat electrical functions including power adjustment, heating, and memory recall
• Verify center console is secure and all switches/controls function properly
• Reconnect battery and verify no airbag warning lights are illuminated
• Check that door sill trim panels are flush and ambient lighting functions if equipped
• Ensure no tools or fasteners were left in the vehicle

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