51 71 415 Removing and installing rear spoiler lower section

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Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Remove rear spoiler. Refer to 51 71 412 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR SPOILER .
Disconnect plug connection for antenna (AM pickup). Refer to 65 24 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING ANTENNA AMPLIFIER (REAR LID UPPER SECTION) .

Disconnect plug connection (1) for auxiliary brake light and expose lead.

Detach water hose (2) from jet nozzle and expose.

Release nuts (3) and remove rear spoiler lower section (4).

Fig 1: Detaching Water Hose From Jet Nozzle

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Installation:

Fit attachment parts. Refer to 51 71 417 REPLACING REAR SPOILER LOWER SECTION .

Tightening torque, (3 N.m.).