Spoiler, Removing And Installing, SPORTBACK: Removing
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-- Remove the antennas. Refer to COMPONENT LOCATION OVERVIEW - ANTENNA SYSTEMS .
-- Mark the position of the spoiler all around using adhesive tape.
-- Free up the wiring harness -1- and disconnect the connector -3-.
-- Free up the cable grommets -2- by releasing the retainers -arrows-.
-- Remove the nuts -3-.
-- Release the clip -1- with needle nose pliers -arrows-.
-- Close the rear lid.
-- Press the spoiler -2- off of the rear lid using the Wedge Set :T10383/1 and remove it.
-- If the spoiler is to be replaced, also remove the following components:
- High-mounted brake lamp. Refer to HIGH-MOUNTED BRAKE LAMP BULB, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .