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.
- Open the rear compartment.
- Remove the rear compartment lid trim Refer to
Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel Trim Replacement
.
- Remove the nuts from the rear end spoiler studs.
- Heat the rear end spoiler
mounting points from the inside, using a heat gun 152 mm (6 in)
from surface.
Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 3 seconds.
- Remove the rear end spoiler from the rear compartment lid surface
using a small wood or plastic flat-bladed tool, being careful not to damage
paint.
- Remove the rear end spoiler from the rear compartment lid.
- Clean the rear end spoiler
adhesive from the rear compartment lid and/or the rear end spoiler using 3M™
scotch brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M™ P/N 07501
(or equivalent).
- Clean the body panel using Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naphtha
or equivalent in order to remove any adhesive. Wipe the surface dry with a
clean, lint-free cloth.
Installation Procedure
- Warm the rear compartment
lid with a heat gun from the outside, to a minimum of 21°C (70°F).
Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing.
- Peel backing from the mounting surfaces of the rear end spoiler.
- Align rear end spoiler studs to the holes in the rear compartment
lid.
- Install the rear end spoiler to the rear compartment lid, pressing
into place until the adhesive is fully seated.
- Open the rear compartment.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Important: New nuts (mastic washers) must be used to avoid a possible water leak.
- Install the nuts to the rear end spoiler.
Tighten
Tighten the rear end spoiler nuts to 6 N·m (53 lb in).
- Install rear compartment lid trim Refer to
Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel Trim Replacement
.
- Close the rear compartment.