Removal And Installation: Spoiler

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Fig 1: Spoiler Replacement Components With Torque Specifications

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

ITEM DESCRIPTION

Item	Part Number	Description
1	W651016-S	Spoiler nut covers (2 required)
2	W621926-S	Spoiler nuts (5 required)
3	010807	Spoiler
4	7841602	Spoiler retainers (4 required)
5	021A46	Spoiler gasket

Remove the liftgate trim panel. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
Disconnect the electrical connector and the rear windshield washer hose from the rear spoiler.

Fig 2: Locating Spoiler Electrical Connector And Rear Windshield Washer Hose
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the 5 rear spoiler nuts.
- Remove the 2 nut covers.
- Remove the 5 nuts.
- To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
  
  Fig 3: Locating Rear Spoiler Nuts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Place a piece of tape on the liftgate to protect the paint.

Fig 4: Placing Piece Of Tape On Liftgate
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NOTE: There are 4 pin-type retainers on the bottom of the spoiler. When removing the spoiler it is difficult to access the retainers to release them from the liftgate. It may be necessary to pry upward on the rear spoiler to release it from the retainers. Do not pry on the window.

Remove the rear spoiler.
- Place a pry bar between the liftgate and the spoiler.
  
  Fig 5: Placing Pry Bar Between Liftgate And Spoiler
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Replace any retainers broken during removal.