51 71 412 Removing And Installing/Replacing Rear Spoiler

Special tools required:

Lever out seal plugs (1) and release nuts underneath.

Tightening torque: 4 Nm

Fig 1: Identifying Plugs

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Detach rear spoiler (1) in upward direction from clips (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Spoiler And Clips

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Studs (2) and seals (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Clips, Studs And Seals

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Replacement:

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

Air drying time at least 1 minute.

Stick cover (3) to adhesive area (2) and press down with special tool 51 0 300 (hand roller).

Fig 4: Identifying Rear Spoiler And Cover

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