Spoiler: Service and Repair

Rear Spoiler Replacement

Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun

Removal Procedure






Notice: Use of harsh chemicals when cleaning can damage exterior lamps. Suggested cleaners are a mild soap and water, or Varnish Makers and Painters (VM&P) Naptha. VM&P Naptha is a specific type of naptha and should not be substituted by any other naptha.

1. Open the rear compartment.
2. Remove the nuts from the rear end spoiler studs.




3. Heat the rear end spoiler mounting points from the inside, using J 25070 152 mm (6 in.) from surface.
Apply heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.
4. Remove the rear end spoiler from the rear compartment lid surface using a small wood or plastic flat-bladed tool. Do NOT damage the paint.
5. Remove the rear end spoiler from the rear compartment lid.




6. Clean the rear end spoiler adhesive from the rear compartment lid and/or the rear end spoiler using 3M(TM) scotch brite molding adhesive remover disk, 3M(TM) P/N 07501 (or equivalent).
7. Clean the body panel using VM&P Naphtha in order to remove any adhesive. Wipe the surface dry with a clean, lint-free cloth.

Installation Procedure




1. Warm the rear compartment lid with J 25070 from the outside, to a minimum of 21°C (70°F).

Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing.

2. Peel backing from the mounting surfaces of the rear end spoiler.
3. Align rear end spoiler studs to the holes in the rear compartment lid.
4. Install the rear end spoiler to the rear compartment lid, pressing into place until the adhesive is fully seated.
5. Open the rear compartment.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Important: Use new nuts (mastic washers) in order to avoid a possible water leak.

6. Install the nuts to the rear end spoiler.

Tighten the rear end spoiler nuts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

7. Close the rear compartment.