Highlander LTD 2WD V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE) (2002)
Spoiler: Service and Repair
REAR SPOILER
REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE BACK WINDOW PANEL TRIM UPPER
2. REMOVE REAR SPOILER
a. Remove the 2 bolts and nut.
b. Using a heat light, heat the body and rear spoiler to 40 - 60 degrees C (104 - 140 degrees F).
NOTE: Do not heat the rear spoiler excessively.
c. Tie both piano wire ends to a wooden block or a similar object.
d. Scrape the adhesive tape off by pulling the piano wire.
NOTE:
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If reusing the rear spoiler, take care not to damage the rear spoiler.
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Do not damage the body.
e. Remove the rear spoiler.
3. INSTALL REAR SPOILER
a. Using a heat light, heat the body and rear spoiler surface to 40 - 60 degrees C (104 - 140 degrees F).
NOTE: Do not heat the body and rear spoiler excessively.
b. Remove the adhesive tape from the body.
c. Wipe off the stains with cleaner.
d. If reusing the rear spoiler: Clean the rear spoiler.
1. Using a heat light, heat the body and rear spoiler to 20 - 30 degrees C (68 - 86 degrees F).
NOTE: Do not heat the body and rear spoiler excessively.
2. Remove the adhesive tape from the rear spoiler.
3. Wipe off the stains with cleaner.
4. Apply new adhesive tape to the rear spoiler as shown in the illustration.
e. Using a heat light, heat the body and rear spoiler.
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