Rear Spoiler: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Lexus IS F. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

HINT.

When removing the spoiler, heat the vehicle body and spoiler using a heat light

Heating Temperature

HEATING TEMPERATURE SPECIFICATION

Item	Temperature
Vehicle Body	40 to 60°C (104 to 140°F)
Spoiler	20 to 30°C (68 to 86°F)

NOTE: Do not heat the vehicle body and spoiler excessively.

REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT DOOR ASSIST GRIP (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE LUGGAGE LOCK CONTROL CABLE PLATE (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT DOOR INSIDE HANDLE (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT DOOR COVER (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE REAR SPOILER SUB-ASSEMBLY
1. Put protective tape around the spoiler
  
  Fig 1: Inserting Piano Wire Between Vehicle Body And Spoiler
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
2. Remove the 2 nuts.
3. Insert a piano wire between the vehicle body and spoiler
4. Tie objects that can serve as handles (for example, wooden blocks) to both wire ends.
5. Pull the piano wire and cut through the double-sided tape while disengaging the 5 clips from the vehicle body
  NOTE:
  - If reusing the spoiler, take care not to damage the spoiler.
  - Be careful not to damage the vehicle body.
6. Remove the rear spoiler sub-assembly