Removing Spoiler Drive (Spoiler Drive Faulty)

Affix adhesive tape -2- to protect the adjacent areas of the spoiler recess.

Fig 1: Preparing To Remove Faulty Spoiler Drive
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Disconnect wire harness.
1. 2.1. Release plug connection -3- (-a- ) and pull it off -B- .
2. 2.2. Lever off retaining clip -4- for wire harness.
3. 2.3. Disconnect the cable strap -5- and remove it from the lid.
Fig 2: Disconnecting Wire Harness
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Unscrew fastening screws -6- .
Screw off fastening nuts -7- .

Fig 3: Identifying Spoiler Drive Mounting Screws

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Hold the front edge of the spoiler drive with both hands, pull it back -arrow A- and lift it up as far as possible -arrow B- .

Fig 4: Lifting Up Spoiler Drive At Side
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Lift entire spoiler drive up as far as possible -arrow- .

Fig 5: Lifting Up Spoiler Drive
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Compress spoiler drive -arrow A- and remove it by pulling it to the rear -arrow B- .

Fig 6: Compressing Spoiler Drive
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WARNING:
Electrically moved components
- Danger of limbs being trapped or severed
→ Switch off electric power to drive motor.

→ Make sure it does not switch on again.

→ Check that there is no electric charge.
Remove the spoiler drive before installation.
1. 8.1. Fit (removed) spoiler drive and secure it so that it does not move accidentally.
2. 8.2. Remove spoiler drive and switch off ignition.
3. 8.3. Release plug connection and pull it off.