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Spoiler - Rear - Remove and Replace: Remove

  1. Use a towel and/or compressed air to clean the area surrounding the spoiler.
    WARNING: To avoid personal injury, eye protection must be worn while using compressed air.
  2. Assemble the badge removal kit by cutting an approximately 24 inch section of fishing line and connecting each end of the fishing line to a handle using a knot.
  3. Apply masking tape to mark the original location of the rear spoiler.
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  4. Starting from one end of the spoiler, carefully use the badge removal kit to release the spoiler from the trunk.
    CAUTION: Care must be taken to avoid damage to paintwork and exterior trim.
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  5. Use a vacuum to remove any debris or dirt from the trunk.
  6. Using a rubber wheel, remove any remaining adhesive from the trunk.
    WARNING: To avoid personal injury, eye and ear protection must be worn while performing this step.