51 71 412 Removing and installing rear spoiler

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Lever out seal plug (1).

Release screws (2), tightening torque 51 71 2AZ .

Feed rear spoiler towards rear out of rear lid.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug

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Installation:

Fit rear spoiler (1) so that mounts (2) can slide into associated guides (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Spoiler, Mounts And Associated Guides

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Raise rear spoiler slightly as shown.

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Disconnect hose (2).

Remove antenna amplifier cover (3) in upwards direction.

Installation:

Make sure antenna amplifier cover (3) is exactly seated.

Unfasten plug connection (4) and disconnect.

Remove rear spoiler in upwards direction from rear lid and set down on a clean surface.

Fig 3: Identifying Plug Connection, Hose And Antenna Amplifier Cover

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