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Rear Spoiler Replacement Notchback

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1723080  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
  2. Remove the clips and rear compartment trim.
  3. Disconnect the rear spoiler electrical connector.
  4. Remove the nuts.
  5. Using a flat-bladed tool, carefully separate the rear spoiler from the rear compartment lid.

  6. Object Number: 1723086  Size: SH
  7. Remove the rear spoiler from the rear compartment lid.

Installation Proccedure


    Object Number: 1723086  Size: SH

    Important: If reusing the rear spoiler, remove any remaining double-sided tape from the rear spoiler and the rear compartment lid.

  1. Apply new double-sided tape.
  2. Peel off the adhesive backing paper and affix the rear spoiler on to the rear compartment lid, ensuring it is carefully positioned.
  3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1723080  Size: SH
  4. Install the nuts attaching the rear spoiler.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  6. Install the rear compartment lid trim with the clips.
  7. Connect the negative battery cable.

Rear Spoiler Replacement Hatchback

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1248498  Size: SH
  1. Open the tail gate.
  2. Remove the rear spoiler from the tail gate.

Installation Procedure


Object Number: 1248498  Size: SH

Install the rear spoiler on the tail gate with the nuts.