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Removal and Installation: Removal

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  1. Remove trunk lid finisher. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
  2. Disconnect high-mounted stop lamp harness connector (1).
  3. Remove the rear spoiler assembly nuts.
    Fig 1: Identifying High-Mounted Stop Lamp Harness Connector
    G05878408Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  4. Carefully release the clips (A) and pry adhesive-backed foam tape (1) from trunk lid surface.
    Fig 2: Identifying Clips And Adhesive-Backed Foam Tape
    G05878409Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    CAUTION: Use care not to damage painted surfaces during removal of, or releasing of adhesive-backed foam tapes.
  5. Using a suitable heating tool (A) may also be necessary to evenly heat the rear spoiler contact surface (1) while releasing with a suitable pry tool (B).
    Fig 3: Lifting Rear Spoiler Assembly
    G05878410Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  6. Loosen the harness grommet, and gently lift the rear spoiler assembly upward off of trunk lid.
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