51 71 412 Removing and installing rear spoiler

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove trim for rear window frame at top, see 51 49 015 Removing and installing/replacing trim for rear window frame at top

Detach hose in area (1).

Disconnect plug connection (2).

Unclip lines at points (3).

Disconnect plug connection (4).

Press rubber grommet (5) upwards out of rear lid (6).

Installation:

Make sure rubber grommet (5) is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Rubber Grommet, Rear Lid And Plug Connection

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Lever out rubber plug (1).

Unscrew nuts (2).

Tightening torque: 51 71 2AZ, see 51 71 SEALS AND LOOSE BODY PARTS

IMPORTANT: Carefully remove rear spoiler (3) in upwards direction from rear lid (4) (with aid of a 2nd person) and place on a clean surface.

Fig 2: Rubber Plug, Nuts And Rear Spoiler

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NOTE: Lines may get caught as they are pulled out. If necessary, support lines as the are being fed out.

Installation:

Sealing washers (1) and side buffer stops must not be damaged.

Make sure there is a uniform gap all round.

If necessary, carry out height adjustment of rear spoiler (3) using adjusting screws (2).

Fig 3: Rear Spoiler, Adjusting Screws And Washers

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