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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the fasteners (2) securing the rear end spoiler (1) from the endgate (3).
  2. Heat the inside of the rear end spoiler using a heat gun. Hold the heat gun approximately 152 mm (6 in) from the surface. Apply heat using a circular motion for approximately 30 seconds.
    3. IMPORTANT: Be careful not to scratch or chip the paint.
  3. Peel the rear end spoiler from the inner surface of the end gate using a flat-bladed tool.
  4. Remove the rear end spoiler (1).
    5. Fig 1: Removing Endgate Upper Molding
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  5. Remove all adhesive from the end gate and rear end spoiler using a 3M Scotch Brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M P/N 0751 or equivalent.
  6. Clean the end gate using Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naptha.
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