51 71 412 Removing and installing rear spoiler (Touring)

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For removal purposes, the trim panel wedge (special tool 00 9 317) must be present twice.

Without a trim panel wedge, the sprayed bridges tear at the trim. Damaged trims must be replaced.

Overview "Set of plastic wedges" (special tool 00 9 310):

Fig 1: Overview Of Set Of Plastic Wedges (Special Tool 00 9 310)

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Open tailgate.

With two special tools 00 9 317 in each case, clip pins (1) of trim (2) out of rear window frame.

Fig 2: Removing Pins Of Trim Out Of Rear Window Frame

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Installation:

Make sure all clips (1) are inserted into sleeves (2).

Fig 3: Installing Clips Into Sleeves

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Installation:

Pins (1) on trim (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 4: Identifying Pins On Trim

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NOTE: Hold rear spoiler while releasing screws (1); otherwise cables will be damaged.

Release screws (1).

Installation:

Rubber seals (2) must be fitted.
Tightening Torque. Refer to BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Fig 5: Installing Rubber Seals

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Detach sheeting (1) and disconnect plug connection (2).

Disconnect plug connection (3) on auxiliary brake light.

Disconnect hose (4) for washer system and remove rear spoiler (5).

Place rear spoiler (5) on a clean surface.

Installation:

Always replace sheeting (1) - leaks.

Fig 6: Removing Rear Spoiler

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Detach sheeting (1) completely.

Installation:

Replace sheeting (1).
Contact face of sheeting (1) must be clean.
The sheeting (1) must rest in position without any folds so that no water can penetrate!

Fig 7: Removing Sheeting

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Installation:

Connect plug (2) to amplifier (3).
Sheeting (1) must not be damaged, replace if necessary.

Fig 8: Connecting Plug To Amplifier

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Installation:

Plug connection (1) of auxiliary brake light must be correctly seated.
Hose connection (2) of washer jet must be correctly seated.
Check function.

Fig 9: Installing Plug Connection Of Auxiliary Brake Light & Hose Connection Of Washer Jet

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Installation:

Threads (1) on rear spoiler (2) must not be damaged.
If the gap dimensions are not achieved, you must adjust the rear window.

Fig 10: Identifying Threads On Rear Spoiler

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