Removing and installing roof spoiler, »R-Line«, up to 09.2014 — VW
Removing and installing roof spoiler, »R-Line«, up to 09.2014 on VW: 10 steps. What to remove, in what order, and what to check after.
Workshop procedure for VW — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.
🧭 Before you start
Fits: VW Touareg II (7P, 2010–2018)
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- When removing roof spoiler, cutting wire should not be used due to the risk of damage to the painted areas. — Observe repair instructions .
- The assistance of a second mechanic is recommended to cut the roof spoiler off.
- Check fit of rear lid spoiler (2).
📋 Procedure
- ⚠ When removing roof spoiler, cutting wire should not be used due to the risk of damage to the painted areas. — Observe repair instructions .
- Insert cutting cord (4) at one corner, between rear lid (3) and roof spoiler (1). [Note: The assistance of a second mechanic is recommended to cut the roof spoiler off.]
- Use "“sawing”" movements, holding the two pull handlesV.A.G 1351/1(2), to cut through adhesive bead, adhesive dots and adhesive tape on one side as far as the middle of the roof spoiler.
- Also cut through sealant materials on other side.
- Remove spoiler (1).
- Observe repair instructions .
- Apply 2-component window adhesive with double cartridge gunVAS 5237(5) at the specified positions (3) on left and right of roof spoiler (2).
- Pull protective backing off double-sided adhesive tape (4).
- With the help of a second fitter, place roof spoiler (2) in position on rear lid (1). [Note: Check fit of rear lid spoiler (2).]
- Press roof spoiler (2) on firmly and secure with textile-reinforced adhesive tape.
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