24/01/2022 08:02:49

Spoiler - Rear (Remove and Install)

Correction code 12220401 0.60 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so.NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

  • 1479070-00-A Kit, Spoiler Alignment, M3
  • 1453028-00-A KIT, BADGE REMOVAL

Remove

  1. Use a towel and/or compressed air to clean the area surrounding the spoiler.
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    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.
  4. Starting from one end of the spoiler, carefully use the badge removal kit to release the spoiler from the trunk.
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    CAUTION
    Care must be taken to avoid damage to paintwork and exterior trim.
  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.
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    Warning
    To avoid personal injury, eye and ear protection must be worn while performing this step.

Clean Spoiler

  1. Remove all residual tape from the spoiler using a rubber wheel, trim tool, and isopropyl alcohol (IPA) wipes. Make sure that all residue has been removed and that the spoiler is completely dry before continuing.
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    To avoid personal injury, eye and ear protection must be worn while performing this step.
  2. Clean the bottom of the spoiler with isopropyl alcohol (IPA) wipes, and allow it to dry for one minute before continuing.
  3. Install the adhesive tape onto the spoiler by peeling off the backing of the adhesive tape and aligning the back side of the tape onto the spoiler.

Install

  1. Clean the spoiler installation surface with isopropyl alcohol (IPA) wipes, and allow it to dry before continuing.
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    Note
    Clean any moisture or contaminates that might be present from rain or vehicle washing, otherwise this might result in poor adhesion of the rear spoiler.
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    Note
    If the trunk surface requires any paint correction, request assistance from the body shop or shop detailer before the installation of the rear spoiler.
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    Note
    It is recommended to perform this procedure indoors. Acceptable ambient and part temperature for installation is 15-43 degrees Celsius (60-110 degrees Fahrenheit) for proper adhesion.
  2. Without removing the adhesive backing on the new rear spoiler, align the spoiler using the masking tape applied during removal.
  3. Apply masking tape to the center of the rear spoiler and trunk, and then use a marker to draw centering lines on the masking tape.
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    Note
    The centering lines should be approximately 25mm apart.
  4. Verify the rear spoiler fitment on the trunk lid.
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    Note
    Each rear spoiler might have a slight different contour. Make sure the rear spoiler is centered on the trunk lid and its corners are laying flat.
  5. Use a plastic trim tool to cut the masking tape to allow removal of the rear spoiler..
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    CAUTION
    Do not damage the surfaces of the trunk lid or rear spoiler while using a plastic razor blade.
  6. Remove the rear spoiler from the trunk lid, and then remove the adhesive backing from the rear spoiler.
  7. Align the two marks on the masking tape on the rear spoiler with the two marks on the masking tape on the trunk lid. Hold the corners of the rear spoiler away from the trunk lid to install the center section of the rear spoiler first.
  8. Secure each end of the rear spoiler to the trunk lid.
  9. Perform the wet out of the adhesive: Starting at the center, firmly push downward and in towards the front of the vehicle, and then continue outwards towards both ends of the spoiler.
  10. Remove the masking tape from the vehicle, and then clean the work area.
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    Note
    Make sure that the rear spoiler corners are laid flat to the trunk lid and symmetrical.