Body and Paint

Removal and Installation - Rear Spoiler

7steps
~42min
2/5difficulty
010203040502.52N·mlb·ft
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Special Service Tools / General Equipment

Interior trim removal tool

Removal

  1. Open the liftgate.
  2. Release the clips and remove the liftgate upper trim panel.
    Use common equipment: interior trim removal tool.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector and disconnect the antenna knob.
  4. Remove the spoiler from the liftgate brackets.
    Torque: 22 lb-in (2.5 N·m)
  5. Remove the brackets.
    Torque: 53 lb-in (6 N·m)
  6. Disconnect the wiring harness grommets and clip.
    • Remove the spoiler assembly.
    • Disconnect the electrical connector and washer hose.

Installation

  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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