Removing the rear spoiler

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Fig 1: Removing Rear Spoiler By Applying Heat

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Open the trunk lid.

Remove:

the left and right-hand rubber seals
four nuts.

Heat the trunk lid at the mounting points for the spoiler to approximately 40°C . Use a hot-air gun.

At the same time pull the spoiler until it comes loose.

Remove the old adhesive.

Clean the bodywork and spoiler using white spirit.