Rear Spoiler: Removal

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Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
Open the trunk lid.
Remove the electrical connector (A) of high mount stop light.

Fig 1: Removing Electrical Connector Of High Mount Stop Light
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Loosen the mounting nut of rear spoiler to remove rear spoiler.

CAUTION:

When removing the nut, do not drop it into trunk lid.
Pay attention to avoid damage during removal or installation.

Small-sized rear spoiler: Four tightening positions, two clips

Fig 2: Removing Rear Spoiler (Smaller Size)

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Large-sized rear spoiler: Twelve tightening positions, four clips

Fig 3: Removing Rear Spoiler (Larger Size)

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