Rear Spoiler Replacement Pontiac Coupe

1. Remove the rear compartment lift window inner panel cover. Refer to Rear Quarter Trim Panel Replacement .
2. Remove the rear compartment lift window side finish moldings. Refer to Rear Compartment Lift Window Panel Replacement .
3. Remove the high-mounted stoplamp. Refer to High Mount Stop Lamp Replacement .



4. Perform the following steps to remove the wiring extension from the spoiler:

4.1.	Disconnect the electrical connector (4).

4.2.	Remove the tape (7).

4.3.	From outside of the vehicle, pull the wiring extension from the spoiler (5).

5. Remove the nuts (3).
6. Remove the spoiler (1).
7. Remove the washers (4).

1. Install the washers to the studs on the spoiler (4).
2. Install the spoiler (1).
3. Push the spoiler forward (1).

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Install the nuts (3).

Tighten
Tighten the nuts in sequence to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

5. Perform the following steps in order to install the harness into the spoiler:

5.1.	Route the wiring extension through the spoiler (7).

5.2.	Pull on the wiring extension in order to seat the grommet.

5.3.	Connect the electrical connector (4).

5.4.	Tape the wiring extension to the window panel.

6. Install the high-mounted stoplamp. Refer to High Mount Stop Lamp Replacement .
7. Install the rear compartment lift window side finish moldings. Refer to Rear Compartment Lift Window Panel Replacement .
8. Install the rear compartment lift window inner panel cover. Refer to Rear Quarter Trim Panel Replacement .

Rear Spoiler Replacement Chevy RS Coupe

1. Remove the rear compartment lift window inner panel cover. Refer to Rear Quarter Trim Panel Replacement .
2. Remove the high mount stoplamp from the rear end spoiler. Refer to High Mount Stop Lamp Replacement .



3. Remove the rear end spoiler from the rear compartment lift window panel.
4. Place the rear end spoiler upside down on a clean, smooth, soft surface.
5. Remove the nuts attaching the rear deck spoiler to the rear end spoiler (1).
6. Remove the rear deck spoiler (2).

1. Install the rear deck spoiler.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the nuts attaching the rear deck spoiler to the rear end spoiler (1).

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

3. Install the rear end spoiler to the rear compartment lift window panel.
4. Place the rear end spoiler onto the rear compartment lift window panel (2).

Do not scratch the paint surface.

5. Install the high mount stoplamp to the rear compartment lift window panel. Refer to High Mount Stop Lamp Replacement .
6. Install the rear compartment lift window inner panel cover. Refer to Rear Quarter Trim Panel Replacement .

Rear Spoiler Replacement Convertible and Chevy Coupe

1. Remove the high-mounted stoplamp. Refer to High Mount Stop Lamp Replacement .



2. Perform the following steps to remove the wiring extension from the spoiler:

2.1.	Disconnect the electrical connector.

2.2.	Remove the tape.

2.3.	From outside of the vehicle, pull the wiring extension from the spoiler.

3. Remove the nuts (3).
4. Remove the spoiler (2).
5. Remove the washers (5).
6. Remove the seal (4).

1. Install the seal (4).
2. Install the washers (5).
3. Install the spoiler (2).

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Install the nuts (3).

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

5. Perform the following steps in order to install the harness into the spoiler:

5.1.	Route the wiring extension through the spoiler.

5.2.	Connect the electrical connector.

5.3.	Tape the wiring extension to the lid panel.

6. Install the high-mounted stoplamp. Refer to High Mount Stop Lamp Replacement .