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DISCUSSION => General Topics => Topic started by: Alpine003 on February 26, 2007, 11:52:41 AM

Title: Winter Prevention Advice...
Post by: Alpine003 on February 26, 2007, 11:52:41 AM

I noticed lately with all the snow we've been getting that all the melted snow would gravitate towards the accelerator pedal area. I took a look in that area and pulled up the carpet and sure enough, there is heavy rust in that area.

Problem with factory BMW mats is the cutout right at the base of the pedal that allows moisture to soak into the carpet and eventually onto the metal floor.

I would advise everyone to look under the carpet area for mold or rust. I would also suggest snow people get regular rubber mats during winter and make sure it goes under the gas pedal to catch any water.

Title: Winter Prevention Advice...
Post by: magnum2066 on February 26, 2007, 10:20:44 PM

I grabbed one of those heavy duty Michelin mats for this exact reason.  Those flat pieces of crap don't work at all.