Replacing the rear spoiler
03-11-19, 05:31 PM
#1
Instructor
Thread Starter
Replacing the rear spoiler (3rd brake light assembly Q) anyone has removed ??
Hi there
Has anyone recently replaced the rear spoiler ?
My original spoiler is faded and any tips will be appreciated. I understand there are 5 bolts that
need to be removed. Is there any other areas
I need to be aware of that might pose a challenge?
or is this a pretty simple procedure?
thx
Has anyone recently replaced the rear spoiler ?
My original spoiler is faded and any tips will be appreciated. I understand there are 5 bolts that
need to be removed. Is there any other areas
I need to be aware of that might pose a challenge?
or is this a pretty simple procedure?
thx
Last edited by jonas's RX; 03-23-19 at 09:06 AM.
03-12-19, 09:02 PM
#2
Lexus Test Driver
Just the 5 bolts you mentioned.
It will still be held by 3 plastic clips so it wont fall out.
Just pop them out and the spoiler comes out.
Clips might break due to age but i wouldnt worry about it.
It will still be held by 3 plastic clips so it wont fall out.
Just pop them out and the spoiler comes out.
Clips might break due to age but i wouldnt worry about it.
03-12-19, 09:12 PM
#3
Instructor
Thread Starter
Hey Nad
do I need to put the 3M double side tape back on the back edge?
I don’t water to get inside or the spoiler flying off when
i am driving 100Mph down the freeway
what about the inside top panel? Do I just pull it off?
do I need to put the 3M double side tape back on the back edge?
I don’t water to get inside or the spoiler flying off when
i am driving 100Mph down the freeway
what about the inside top panel? Do I just pull it off?
03-12-19, 09:29 PM
#4
Lexus Test Driver
Inside panels just pop off.
Held by plastic clips and claws.
A new spoiler should have those adhesives already on them.
Should also have some weatherstriping for water.
I do wonder how much downforce we get with those things. 😂
Held by plastic clips and claws.
A new spoiler should have those adhesives already on them.
Should also have some weatherstriping for water.
I do wonder how much downforce we get with those things. 😂
03-12-19, 09:36 PM
#5
Instructor
Thread Starter
I am buying a used Spoiler but in much better condition
I notice the only adhersive when looking at pictures are adhersive
on the back side of the spoiler . Is that what you mean?
I don’t remember any water adhersive or anything like that
I notice the only adhersive when looking at pictures are adhersive
on the back side of the spoiler . Is that what you mean?
I don’t remember any water adhersive or anything like that
03-12-19, 09:45 PM
#6
Lexus Test Driver
Best probably if you take your old one out and see if there are any more you should add.
03-13-19, 09:54 AM
#7
Exterior Trim Removal
Have a look at the PDF I posted on the "Rear Bumper removal instructions for second gen RX" below. It has the instructions for the removal and replacement of the rear spoiler. Good luck.
Bob
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03-14-19, 02:04 PM
#8
Instructor
Thread Starter
Hey Hi Treb
i don’t see a PDF in there post
i did pull the rear panel off and I notice where
the rear middle 3rd tail light sit, there is a plug
and when I unplug it there sits a odd socket
do I just yank and pull the spoiler off after the 5 bolts
and thus gasket will pull off at the same time?
or am I missing something?
thx
03-14-19, 02:12 PM
#9
The attachment was in another posting, not this one.
But I'll put it here again. Unfortunately I have no experience removing the spoiler but hopefully the instructions in the attachment will help.
But I'll put it here again. Unfortunately I have no experience removing the spoiler but hopefully the instructions in the attachment will help.
03-14-19, 11:19 PM
#12
Instructor
Thread Starter
Hey Swatt
dont bother wrapping it as it will look ugly.
My old spoiler is in very good shape and just very slightly
scratch and faded. I can sell you my old spoiler if you like
03-18-19, 11:54 AM
#14
Instructor
Thread Starter