Spoiler Rear

Spoiler rear

Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Information

Important information

Note! This method only applies to the S40 Sport and V50 Sport.

Removal

Removing the rear spoiler





Remove:
- the 2 x screws (1).




- the 3 x screws on each side
- the clips (2), 1 per side. Pull off the spoiler from the 14 x bumper cover catches.

Hint: Start with the end nuts.

Opening for tail pipe and /or tow hitch

Caution! Do not damage the painted surface of the spoiler.

Apply tape to the outside of the spoiler, opposite both markings on the left and right-hand sides of the spoiler.
Make the cut-out according to the markings.
Cut so that the raised edge on the inside marking the cut-out remains.
Smooth off the sawn edges using a fine toothed file. Remove the tape.
Install the new 3 x spring nuts on each side of the new spoiler.

Opening for the tail pipe (vehicles with turbocharged engine B5xx4T3)






Vehicles with tow hitch
On vehicles with a tow hitch, cut-outs must be made in the new spoiler for the bumper cover. See illustrations A, B and C.




Fixed towbar
Illustration (A) applies to vehicles with a fixed towbar.




Detachable tow bar (rest of the world)
Illustration (B) applies to vehicles with a detachable tow bar.




Detachable tow bar, (USA/CDN)
Illustration (C) applies to vehicles with a detachable tow bar.

Installation

Note! For tightening torques, see Specifications. [1][2]Body and Frame

Installing the rear spoiler





Caution! Clean the surfaces of the bumper cover where the new spoiler section is to be secured. Otherwise there is risk of paintwork damage.

Hint: Start in the center. Check that the catches engage.

Press the new spoiler section into place on the bumper cover.

Install:
- the clips (2), 1 per side
- the 3 x screws (1) per side. Tighten.




Install the 2 x screws (1). Tighten.