Rear Spoiler: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Lincoln Navigator. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may include installation details.

Open the liftgate.

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NOTE: For clarity Liftgate is not shown.

Position the liftgate opening weather-strip aside.

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NOTE: For clarity Liftgate is not shown.

Release the clips and remove the liftgate opening upper trim panel.

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Disconnect the spoiler electrical harness.
1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Detach the electrical harness retainer.
3. Disconnect the rear window washer hose connection.
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Release the wiring harness grommet and route the spoiler harness out from vehicle.

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Open the liftgate window.

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Remove the spoiler mounting fasteners.
- Remove the nuts.
  Torque: 12 lb.in (1.3 Nm)
- Release the spoiler tabs using screwdriver.
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Remove the spoiler to liftagate window retainers.
Torque: 15 lb.in (1.7 Nm)

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Remove the spoiler.

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