Replacing Rear Spoiler

Minimum object temperature of rear spoiler and body +/- 18°C.

If this temperature is not achieved, the components must be preheated.

Measure and note down dimensions of old rear spoiler:

Fig 1: Measuring Dimensions Of Old Rear Spoiler

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Carefully detach rear spoiler (1) from rear lid with special tool 00 9 318 (universal wedge) and hot air blower.

Fig 2: Detaching Rear Spoiler From Rear Lid

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Installation: 

For cleaning, use a fusel-oil-free disposable cloth or a clean cleaning cloth.

Clean adhesive area of rear lid with spirit.

Drying time at least 1 minute.

Installation: 

For cleaning, use a fusel-oil-free disposable cloth or a clean cleaning cloth.

Clean adhesive area (1) on rear spoiler (2) with spirit.

Drying time at least 1 minute.

Adhesive tape must be cut out in area of lettering (3) (next work step).

Therefore make a mark (4) with a water-soluble marker at end of lettering (3).

Fig 3: Cleaning Adhesive From Rear Spoiler

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Installation: 

Avoid the creation of bubbles and folds and do not overstretch when attaching.

Attach adhesive tape (1) all round at a distance of 3 mm to adhesive area (2) of rear spoiler.

Cut out adhesive tape (1) in area of lettering (3).

Fig 4: Installing Rear Spoiler

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Press on adhesive tape firmly.

The adhesion of the adhesive tape is increased considerably by contact pressure therefore press down over the entire area with your thumbs and backs of hands.

Pull off liner and stick rear spoiler to rear lid as shown in Fig 1.

*Liner is protective film for adhesive area.

Press on the rear spoiler firmly with the backs of the hands over the entire area, in particular the ends.