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 spoiler.




3. Using J 25070, apply heat in a circular motion to the rear spoiler mounting locations from the inside for about 30 seconds, 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.
4. Use a small flat-bladed tool to lift the spoiler from the rear compartment lid. Do NOT damage the paint.
5. Remove the spoiler from the rear compartment lid.
6. Use 3M(TM) Scotch Brite molding adhesive remover, disk 3M(TM) P/N 07501 or equivalent, to clean the adhesive from the rear compartment lid and from the spoiler.
7. Use Varnish Makers and Painters naphtha or equivalent to clean the body panel.

Installation Procedure




1. Use J 25070 to heat the rear spoiler mounting surfaces.
2. Remove the backing from the adhesive on the spoiler mounting locations.
3. Position the studs of the spoiler into the clearance holes of the rear compartment lid.

Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing.

4. Apply even pressure to the spoiler to allow for proper adhesion to the rear compartment lid.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

5. Install the nuts to the rear compartment lid spoiler.

Tighten the nuts to 5 N.m (44 lb in).

6. Close the rear compartment.