Carpet cut and stapled back.

[1Ron]

Has anyone noticed that under the second row drivers side seat on the Palisade, the carpet has two long cuts that have been halfway stapled back? I think I know the reason for it, but very shoddy and cheap looking. Anyone know for sure why this was done? I was told it was because the fuel pump was located under that area and it would give access to it if a replacement was needed. That would save a lot of time verses dropping the fuel tank, but why cut it out until it needed a replacement? Any other thoughts?

 

[Mr. iNCREDIBLE]

Yes I noticed it when I ran the wires for my sub, and it made doing so much easier.

As to looking cheap? Who the hell cares? it is under the seat, how often does anyone look under the seat? Why cut until it needs a replacement? Really do you honestly think it would be better to have some tech slice up your carpet during a fuel pump replacement rather than have a pre-cut section made by a machine that is precession and exactly the same in every vehicle?

you will find the same thing all cross overs and SUVs from Hyundai to Lamborghini.

 

[1Ron]

If this is really cut out for a fuel pump replacement, I would think any qualified tech could do as good of a job as what is cut on mine. I think they should have at least put velcro on the cut pieces instead of a few staples that are very visible. I have owned two Santa Fe's and neither had this. Maybe the fuel pump is located elsewhere. As far as as why I care, I have grandchildren that ride in the back seats and their feet can definitely reach those stapled areas. Also as to how often someone looks under the seat, well it depends on how often a person moves the seat forward to allow passengers access to the third row, as well as to how many times you vacuum your vehicle.

Since you have many replies on this forum, I am assuming you are somewhat of an expert on this matter. So, is that cut out area really for a easier fuel pump replacement? If so I hope that is not a bad omen.

I will be taking out the staples, the ones that are pulled halfway out as well as the ones still partially holding the two pieces together. Will be replacing with velcro. I can make it less visible that way and keep it from pulling up when I vacuum.

I had another question about why Hyundai did not badge the models on the Palisade which I find tacky. I guess as many thousands that will be sold, and if it cost three dollars for material and labor for each vehicle, that is a nice savings for them. I hope my palisade can hold up as well as my other two Santa Fe's.

I appreciate your replies.

 

[Mr. iNCREDIBLE]

Yes it is for the fuel pump, and likely the wire harness that runs under there to power the folding seats.
Here is a picture.



I was an ASE tech for 20 years, and IMO there are many that would not cut it as good as the factory did, because they don’t care, They would use whatever they have handy, be it an old razor Blade or a pair of dull scissors that tear the carpet.

I have seen many techs that use whatever is handy instead of the correct tool for the job. My father taught me that you always use the right tool for the job, and if you don’t have it, buy or make it.

ASE techs are typically required to provide and pay for their own tools. I have seen many occasions where techs didn’t have a metric tool and made an SAE tool “work” stripping the hell out of the bolt in the process. It isn’t their car, they aren’t trained to care so they don’t.

there is OEM Velcro in that area however it isn’t very good, I added more because I ran 8 gauge power and ground wires and the RCA wires, for the sub and while they are run through the existing cable channel away from the pump the carpet bulges more now. Had I not installed the sub I likely never would have noticed.


however note that there is an air gap between the carpet and the pump. If you are concerned and kids feet stomping on the pump, and you are handy, you might want to make a little wood or plastic frame to sit on top of the pump to support the carpet.

I don’t have little ones, and likely will never use the third row. It is folded down since purchase and I can’t foresee it ever being lifted, I bought the truck for towing and cargo space, not people space.

 

[elp_jc]

I have zero issues with that 'flap', and I thought I was anal. Ha ha. I will probably never used the 3rd row either (just tested it before buying, since there were reports of seats not powering up), so I care even less if it's not perfect under the seat, especially since it's out of view. But to each his own, I guess .

 

[1Ron]

Yes it is for the fuel pump, and likely the wire harness that runs under there to power the folding seats.
Here is a picture.

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I was an ASE tech for 20 years, and IMO there are many that would not cut it as good as the factory did, because they don’t care, They would use whatever they have handy, be it an old razor Blade or a pair of dull scissors that tear the carpet.

I have seen many techs that use whatever is handy instead of the correct tool for the job. My father taught me that you always use the right tool for the job, and if you don’t have it, buy or make it.

ASE techs are typically required to provide and pay for their own tools. I have seen many occasions where techs didn’t have a metric tool and made an SAE tool “work” stripping the hell out of the bolt in the process. It isn’t their car, they aren’t trained to care so they don’t.

there is OEM Velcro in that area however it isn’t very good, I added more because I ran 8 gauge power and ground wires and the RCA wires, for the sub and while they are run through the existing cable channel away from the pump the carpet bulges more now. Had I not installed the sub I likely never would have noticed.


however note that there is an air gap between the carpet and the pump. If you are concerned and kids feet stomping on the pump, and you are handy, you might want to make a little wood or plastic frame to sit on top of the pump to support the carpet.

I don’t have little ones, and likely will never use the third row. It is folded down since purchase and I can’t foresee it ever being lifted, I bought the truck for towing and cargo space, not people space.

Thank you for the info. I do love my little ones and I may do something like you suggested to protect that area. I still would have preferred to take my chances on not having to replace the pump

 

[1Ron]

I have zero issues with that 'flap', and I thought I was anal. Ha ha. I will probably never used the 3rd row either (just tested it before buying, since there were reports of seats not powering up), so I care even less if it's not perfect under the seat, especially since it's out of view. But to each his own, I guess .

You thought you were anal? Either you are, or you aren't. May I come and slice the carpet under your front seat? You will never know it's there. What I'm saying is ,I don't like seeing rips in the carpet with staples sticking out. I paid $45,625 cash for a new 2021 white Palisade Limited with beige interior. That was the only color scheme I would buy, and I had to shop and negotiate to get it at that price, plus I had to go over three hundred miles to get it. So, I am picky but not anal. I will either take it back to the dealer for them to reposition and smooth it out, or I will. If this vehicle gives me the service that my two other Santa Fe's and Elantra has, I will be pleased. I have been driving Hyundai's for over fifteen years, and if there had been Hyundai trucks available here in the states two years ago, I would have probably purchased one over the Tacoma I bought. Have a great day and enjoy your Palisade.

 

[saxman242]

why cut it out until it needed a replacement?

Would you prefer a ham-fisted tech goes cutting haphazardly through the carpet with wiring harnesses right underneath it? That sounds like a recipe for disaster to me.

 

[1Ron]

Yes, you could be correct, but I hope the fuel pump will not have to be replaced. If so, Hyundai has a great warranty, plus I purchased the additional warranty that has me covered for an additional five years. All is good. Have a blessed day.

 

[saxman242]

but I hope the fuel pump will not have to be replaced.

Sure, one would hope. But sometimes people get bad gas or run the tank empty and pick up sediment or any number of other issues that may require tank access beyond just a pump failure.

 

[elp_jc]

You thought you were anal? Either you are, or you aren't. So, I am picky but not anal.

I have news for you. First of all, whether you admit it or not, you're not 'picky'; you're SUPER ANAL. Ha ha. And being anal is not like black and white, so there are different levels of it. I know I never was close to a '10', because knew people way worse than me. But now that I'm older and wiser, I'm a lot lower in that scale now. At any rate, if something like that bothers you that much, I feel for you man. And hope you don't take it on your family, like many folks I know did, who drove them crazy. I always like to keep my vehicles pristine, especially inside, but never forced that into my wife or kids. But to each his own, of course.

 

[1Ron]

You have to be very anal to make this a personal thing about me and my family. You know nothing about me. You really did not deserve a response and you won' get another. Grow up and have a blessed day.

 

[Gene]

If you two like calling each other names, why don't you message each other rather than subjecting the rest of us to it.