51 71 412 Removing and installing/replacing rear spoiler

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove TRIM FOR REAR LID

Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Loosen drain hose from water drain channel (2).

Installation note:

Make sure the drain hose and water drain channel (2) are securely seated and leak tight.

Fig 1: Identifying Water Drain Channel And Plug Connections

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Loosen retainers (1).

Lift out plugs (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Retainers And Plugs

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NOTE: Due to the missing weight of the rear spoiler, the tailgate may open very fast.
Secure the tailgate against unintended opening prior to removing the rear spoiler.

Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque 51 71 11AZ .

Close the tailgate and remove the rear spoiler toward the top.

Fig 3: Identifying Nuts

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Installation note:

Attach retainers (2) before fitting the rear spoiler.

Guides (1) and retainers (2) must not be damaged.

Seal (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 4: Identifying Rear Spoiler Seal, Guides And Retainers

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Installation note:

Bolts (1) must not be damaged.

Replacement:

Remove rear spoiler TRIM .

Fig 5: Identifying Rear Spoiler Trim Bolts

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