Replacing the rear spoiler
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Careless handling of tools and sharp-edged components .
Scratches, surface damage .
Careless handling of tools and sharp-edged components .
Scratches, surface damage .
- Protect working area.
- Handle tools and components carefully.
Preliminary work
- Refer to REMOVING REAR SPOILER .
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Notes on component bonding using adhesive tape form the basis for these repair instructions and must be observed without fail.
For additional information see: NOTES ON COMPONENT BONDING WITH ADHESIVE TAPE (COOPER 4-DOOR HATCHBACK AND COOPER 2-DOOR HATCHBACK, 2020-2023)
Notes on component bonding using adhesive tape form the basis for these repair instructions and must be observed without fail.
For additional information see: NOTES ON COMPONENT BONDING WITH ADHESIVE TAPE (COOPER 4-DOOR HATCHBACK AND COOPER 2-DOOR HATCHBACK, 2020-2023)
- If necessary, transfer the position dimensions of the rear spoiler edges (1) of the removed rear spoiler to the new rear spoiler.
- Replace the rear spoiler (1).
Parts: REAR SPOILER
- Replace rear spoiler lips (1).
Parts: Rear spoiler lips
- Clean the bonding surfaces of the rear spoiler lips (1).
CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION
| Cleaning agent R2 | 500 ml | 83190417324 |
TECHNICAL DATA SPECIFICATION
| Air drying time after cleaning | |
|---|---|
| Cleaning agent R2 | 2 min |
- Affix adhesive strips (2) to the rear spoiler lip.
- Mark the position dimension A
of the rear spoiler lips (1) on the rear spoiler (2).
Dimension A 9 cm - Clean the bonding surfaces on the rear spoiler (2).
CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION
| Cleaning agent R2 | 500 ml | 83190417324 |
TECHNICAL DATA SPECIFICATION
| Air drying time after cleaning | |
|---|---|
| Cleaning agent R2 | 2 min |
- Bond the rear spoiler lips (1) as follows:
- Detaching protective film (liner) step by step
- Aligning the rear spoiler lips (1) according to the mark on the rear spoiler edge and press on it lightly
- Checking the position of the rear spoiler lips (1) and correcting if necessary
- Press on the rear spoiler lips (1) over the entire length with a firm thumb pressure
Follow-up work
- Refer to INSTALLING REAR SPOILER .