Rear Spoiler Installation (BP With TC)

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WARNING:

Using a cutter with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using a cutter.

NOTE:

If installing a new rear spoiler, double-sided adhesive tape is already affixed to the spoiler.

If installing a new rear spoiler, perform the following procedure:
1. Using a cutter, remove any remaining double-sided tape from the trunk lid.
2. Remove any grease or dirt from the trunk lid affixing surface.
If reusing the rear spoiler, perform the following procedure:
1. Using a cutter, remove any remaining double-sided tape from the rear spoiler and trunk lid.
2. Remove any grease or dirt from the rear spoiler and trunk lid affixing surfaces.
3. Affix double-sided adhesive tape to the rear spoiler as shown in the figure.
Peel back the tape backing approx.3 cm from each end and fold towards the exposed surface of the rear spoiler.

Fig 1: Affixing Double-Sided Adhesive Tape To Rear Spoiler
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install the rear spoiler to the trunk lid.
Completely remove the tape backing and press to adhere.
Tighten the bolts and nut.

Fig 2: Installing Rear Spoiler (BP With TC)
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.