RAV4 2WD L4-2.5L (2AR-FE) (2009)
Spoiler: Service and Repair
Removal
EXTERIOR: REAR SPOILER: REMOVAL
REMOVAL
HINT: When removing the spoiler, heat the vehicle body and spoiler using a heat light.
Standard heating temperature:
NOTE: Do not heat the vehicle body and spoiler excessively.
1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
CAUTION: Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat
belt pretensioner activation.
2. REMOVE BACK DOOR CENTER GARNISH See: Doors, Hood and Trunk/Trunk / Liftgate/Service and Repair/Disassembly
3. REMOVE REAR SPOILER
(a) Remove the 3 bolts.
(b) Remove the 3 clips and spoiler.
(c) Disconnect the center stop light connector and remove the rear spoiler.
4. REMOVE CENTER STOP LIGHT
(a) Remove the 2 screws and center stop light.