Removing and installing spoiler: Audi A3

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A3 (8V, 2012–2020); platform code 85

• Special tools named: T10383/1

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• Check foam seals (2 and 5) for damage.Make sure that foam seals are seated on clips (1 and 6), locating lugs (3) and plastic washers on threaded pins (4).
• New trim covers must be bonded on additionally during installation.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove rear lid trim (top) General body repairs, interior70Luggage compartment trim panels.
2. Unplug electrical connector (1).
3. Unscrew bolt (2) and pull off aerial amplifier towards right side of vehicle.
4. Unplug electrical connector (4).
5. Release catches and move clear leadthroughs (3 and 5).

6. Move electrical wiring harness (1) clear at rear lid and press to the side.
7. Unscrew nuts (arrow).
8. Release clip (2) with long-nose pliers.
9. Close rear lid.
10. Press spoiler off rear lid using wedge T10383/1 and detach. [Note: Check foam seals (2 and 5) for damage.Make sure that foam seals are seated on clips (1 and 6), locating lugs (3) and plastic washers on threaded pins (4).]
11. Apply spoiler (B) on rear lid (A) and press on so that it engages audibly. [Note: New trim covers must be bonded on additionally during installation.]
12. Clean bonding surfaces (2) on spoiler (1) and on back of trim cover (3) with cleaning solutionD 009 401 04.
13. Apply primerD 181 650 A1 to bonding surfaces on spoiler and on trim cover.
14. After primer has flashed off, apply 1-component window adhesiveDH 009 100 A2 to bonding surfaces on spoiler.
15. Insert trim cover in spoiler and secure in position with adhesive tape.

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