Ford Fiesta: Exterior Trim and Ornamentation / Rear Spoiler - 5-Door. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the high mounted stoplamp.
Refer to: High Mounted Stoplamp (417-01 Exterior Lighting, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the rear spoiler.
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Remove the covers and the bolts.
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Remove the nuts, release the clips and remove the rear spoiler.
Torque:
71 lb.in (8 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Spatula
Adhesive Tape
Removal
If equipped.
Remove the pushpin type retainer and the rocker panel moulding end cap...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the clips and the liftgate trim panel.
If equipped...
Other information:
WARNING:
Batteries contain sulphuric acid, avoid contact with skin, eyes
or clothing. Wear safety goggles when working near the battery to
protect against possible splashing of the acid solution.
WARNING:
EYE CONTACT: If acid comes into contact with the eyes, flush
immediately with plenty of running water for a minimum of 15 minutes...
Sound Deadeners and Insulators
NOTICE:
Mastic material is made of a combustible material and should
be removed prior to carrying out welding procedures to the area. Heat
zones from welding near mastic may cause the mastic material to burn.
NOTICE:
Corrosion protection must be restored to the area after the
mastic material is applied...
Categories
Preliminary Inspection
Verify the customer concern by carrying out a road test on a
smooth road. If any vibrations are apparent, Refer to the Symptom
Chart: NVH.
To maximize tire performance, inspect for signs of incorrect
inflation and uneven wear, which may indicate a need for balancing,
rotation or front suspension alignment.
Correct tire pressure and driving techniques have an
important influence on tire life. Heavy cornering, excessively rapid
acceleration and unnecessary sharp braking increase tire wear.
Correct
tire pressure and driving techniques have an important influence on
tire life. Heavy cornering, exce
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