1. Introduction
This manual provides essential information for the proper installation, care, and maintenance of your WeatherTech FloorLiner HP custom fit floor mats. These mats are specifically designed for the 1st and 2nd rows of select Chevrolet Malibu models from 2016 to 2025, ensuring a precise fit and superior protection for your vehicle's interior.
The FloorLiner HP is engineered from an advanced rubber-like Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) compound, offering both softness and durability. This material is designed to withstand extreme weather conditions without cracking, curling, or breaking down. It is also 100% recyclable, latex-free, and PVC-free.
Image: WeatherTech FloorLiner HP branding, highlighting advanced all-season footwell protection.
2. Product Overview
The WeatherTech FloorLiner HP provides comprehensive coverage for your vehicle's floor. Key features include:
- Thick Material: Constructed to endure extreme conditions.
- High-Walled Design: Contains spills and debris, keeping messes within the mat.
- Precision Crafted: Custom-fit design ensures perfect alignment with your vehicle's floor contours.
- Non-Slip Nibs: Small, molded nibs on the underside help prevent mat shifting.
- Retention Systems: Designed to integrate with your vehicle's factory floor retention hooks, if applicable, for secure placement.
Image: A complete set of WeatherTech FloorLiner HP mats for the 1st and 2nd rows in cocoa color.
Image: Detailed view of a FloorLiner HP mat, illustrating its thick material, high-walled design, and precision crafting for a perfect fit.
Image: A split image demonstrating the non-slip nibs on the mat's underside and the retention system for secure placement.
3. Installation Instructions
Follow these steps for proper installation of your FloorLiner HP mats:
- Prepare Vehicle: Ensure your vehicle's floor is clean and free of any existing floor mats or debris. The FloorLiner HP is designed to replace factory mats, not to be placed on top of them.
- Identify Mats: Separate the front driver's side, front passenger's side, and rear mats.
- Install Front Mats: Carefully position the driver's side mat into the driver's footwell. Align any pre-cut holes in the mat with your vehicle's factory retention hooks or posts. Press firmly around the retention points to secure the mat. Repeat for the passenger's side mat.
- Install Rear Mat: Place the one-piece rear mat into the rear footwell, ensuring it covers the entire floor area and fits snugly against the contours.
- Verify Fitment: After installation, ensure all mats are securely in place and do not interfere with the operation of the accelerator, brake, or clutch pedals. Proper pedal clearance is crucial for safe vehicle operation.
Image: A grey WeatherTech FloorLiner HP mat correctly installed in the driver's side of a vehicle, showing its custom fit.
4. Care and Maintenance
Maintaining your WeatherTech FloorLiner HP mats is simple and helps prolong their lifespan and appearance:
- Regular Cleaning: For light dirt, simply wipe with a damp cloth. For heavier soil, remove the mats from the vehicle.
- Washing: Wash with mild soap and water. A soft brush can be used for stubborn dirt. Rinse thoroughly with water.
- Drying: Allow mats to air dry completely before reinstalling them in your vehicle. Do not use harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners, as these can damage the material.
- Recommended Products: For optimal cleaning and protection, consider using WeatherTech TechCare FloorLiner and FloorMat Cleaner and Protector.
Image: A WeatherTech FloorLiner HP mat being cleaned with a hose, demonstrating easy maintenance.
Image: WeatherTech TechCare FloorLiner and FloorMat Cleaner.
Image: WeatherTech TechCare FloorLiner and FloorMat Protector.
5. Troubleshooting
If you encounter any issues with your FloorLiner HP mats, consider the following:
- Mat Does Not Fit Properly:
- Ensure you have the correct model (47903-1-2IM) for your Chevrolet Malibu (2016-2025).
- Verify that all existing floor mats have been removed from the vehicle.
- Check for any obstructions on the vehicle floor that might prevent proper seating.
- Mats Are Slipping:
- Confirm that the mats are correctly engaged with the factory retention hooks.
- Ensure the underside of the mats and the vehicle floor are clean and dry.
- Mats Appear Warped or Curled:
- The TPE material is designed to resist warping and curling. If this occurs, ensure the mats are not exposed to extreme, prolonged heat or improperly stored.
- Allow mats to sit flat in a warm environment to relax the material.
6. Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | WeatherTech |
| Model Number | 47903-1-2IM |
| Vehicle Fitment | Chevrolet Malibu (2016-2025) |
| Coverage Area | 1st & 2nd Row |
| Color | Cocoa |
| Material | Advanced Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) |
| Features | High-walled design, non-slip nibs, retention systems, 100% recyclable, latex and PVC-free |
| Manufacturing Location | USA |
Image: WeatherTech products are engineered and manufactured in the USA.
Image: Detail highlighting the extreme strength of the mat material, resisting cracking, warping, and curling.
7. Warranty and Support
WeatherTech products are backed by a limited lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. For specific warranty details, claims, or product support, please contact WeatherTech directly.
Contact Information:
- Visit the official WeatherTech website for customer service contact details.
- Refer to your product packaging for any specific warranty registration information.
Protecting your vehicle's interior with WeatherTech FloorLiner HP mats helps maintain its condition and resale value.
Image: Illustration of how WeatherTech mats protect a car's interior, preserving its investment and resale value.