3 Series E46 325Ci (M56) COUPE
Stick on adhesive tape (1) on outside and in center. Mark a stroke at distance (A) on outside of rear lid edge at right
angle.
Measure distance (B) as follows:
From front/outer corner (2) of rear lid to rear spoiler (3) at distance (A).
Measure distance (C) from center of front rear lid edge (4) and rear spoiler (3).
Rear spoiler (3) is centered with respect to rear lid on sides.
Specifications for M5:
A
10 mm
B
488 mm
C
402 mm
Specifications for M3 Coupé:
A
10 mm
B
470 mm
C
375 mm
Carefully detach rear spoiler (1) from rear lid with special tool
00 9 318 (universal wedge) and hot air blower.
Installation:
For cleaning, use a fusel-oil-free disposable cloth or a clean
cleaning cloth.
Clean adhesive area of rear lid with spirit.
Drying time at least 1 minute.
Installation:
For cleaning, use a fusel-oil-free disposable cloth or a clean
cleaning cloth.
Clean adhesive area (1) on rear spoiler (2) with spirit.
Drying time at least 1 minute.
Adhesive tape must be cut out in area of lettering (3) (next work
step).
Therefore make a mark (4) with a water-soluble marker at end of
lettering (3).
Installation:
Avoid the creation of bubbles and folds and do not overstretch
when attaching.
Attach adhesive tape (1) all round at a distance of 3 mm to
adhesive area (2) of rear spoiler.
Cut out adhesive tape (1) in area of lettering (3).
Caution!
Adhesive tape must not be cut through towards the outside.
Press on adhesive tape firmly.
The adhesion of the adhesive tape is increased considerably by
contact pressure therefore press down over the entire area with
your thumbs and backs of hands.
RA Replacing rear spoiler (M3 and M5)
BMW AG - TIS
14.02.2013 10:51
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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