Removing and installing roof spoiler: Audi Q3

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi Q3 (8U, 2011–2018); platform code 84

• Special tools named: 3356

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• Check foam seal (4) for damage.Make sure that foam seals (3, 5 and 6) are seated on locating pins.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove rear lid trim (top) General body repairs, interior70Luggage compartment trim panels; Removing and installing rear lid trim (top).
2. Unplug electrical connectors (2 and 5).
3. Unscrew nuts (3 and 4) and bolts (1 and 6).
4. Carefully heat front section of roof spoiler (3) with hot air blowerV.A.G 1416.
5. Prise roof spoiler off rear lid (2) using removal wedge3409.

6. Lever out grommets (1) and guide wiring harness out of opening in body.
7. Detach roof spoiler. [Note: Check foam seal (4) for damage.Make sure that foam seals (3, 5 and 6) are seated on locating pins.]
8. Clean bonding surface on roof spoiler with cleaning solutionD 009 401 04.
9. Peel protective film off adhesive strip (7).
10. Position roof spoiler (2) on rear lid (1) and press it on so that it engages audibly.
11. Press roof spoiler on over entire length using roller 3356.
12. Install rear lid trim (top) General body repairs, interior70Luggage compartment trim panels; Removing and installing rear lid trim (top).

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