Removal And Installation: Spoiler

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Fig 1: Spoiler Replacement Components With Torque Specifications

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Item	Part Number	Description
1	W651016-S	Spoiler nut covers (2 required)
2	W621926-S	Spoiler nuts (5 required)
3	010807	Spoiler
4	-	Spoiler retainers (part of 010807)
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 Rear Windshield Washer And Electrical Connector Of Rear Spoiler
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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
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Place a piece of tape on the liftgate to protect the paint.

Fig 4: Locating Piece Of Tape On Liftgate To Protect Paint
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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
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.