How do you remove odors from car carpet?

Sprinkle baking soda generously, let sit overnight, then vacuum. For stubborn odors, use an enzyme-based pet stain cleaner.

Can you shampoo car carpet?

Yes. Use carpet shampoo and a wet/dry vacuum or carpet cleaning machine. Avoid over-wetting.

2-6 hours with windows open and good ventilation. Park in sunlight to speed drying significantly.

Mix equal parts white vinegar and water. Spray on the salt lines, blot, and repeat until removed.

Automotive

Keeping your car carpet clean protects your investment and improves both appearance and performance. Here's the right way.

1
Remove floor mats
Take out all floor mats and clean them separately by shaking out debris and washing.
2
Vacuum the entire carpet
Vacuum thoroughly, getting under the seats and into corners. Use the crevice tool for tight spots.
3
Spray cleaner on the carpet
Spray Multi-Surface Cleaner evenly on the carpet. Do not over-saturate -- you want it damp, not soaked.
4
Scrub with a stiff brush
Scrub the carpet in firm circular motions to lift dirt from the fibers. Pay extra attention to high-traffic areas like driver and passenger footwells.
5
Extract moisture and air dry
Use a wet/dry vacuum to extract loosened dirt and moisture, or blot with clean towels. Open windows and doors to air dry.

TIPSprinkle baking soda on the carpet, let sit overnight, then vacuum -- this absorbs odors deep in the fibers.
TIPFor stubborn stains, apply cleaner with a foam applicator and let sit 15 minutes before scrubbing.
TIPPark the car in direct sunlight after cleaning to speed drying and prevent mildew.

XSoaking the carpet, which sinks into the padding underneath and grows mold and rust on the metal floor pan.
XClosing the car immediately after cleaning, which traps moisture and creates the perfect environment for mildew.
XUsing bleach on car carpet, which causes permanent color fading and damages the carpet fibers.

Vacuum, spray with cleaner, scrub with a stiff brush, blot with towels, and air dry with windows open.