2022-2023 Subaru WRX – Trunk Spoiler

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１ TRUNK SPOILER INSTALLATION MANUAL Precautions 1. Be sure to observe the content in CAUTION for installation described in the main text during the work. Neglecting it may cause dropping of or peeling-off on the part, and also may prevent the vehicle from functioning. 2. Before the installation, turn the ignition switch to OFF, and apply the parking brake without fail. 3. Do not use thinner or the like, otherwise the surface of the trunk spoiler may be corroded. Also, keep the spoiler away from fire, otherwise it may be deformed. 4. When the ambient temperature is 15°C or lower, warm up all strips of the double-sided tape and around the installation portion of the trunk panel to approximately 30 to 50°C using a dryer or infrared lamp. Local warming may deform the part. Do not use an industrial dryer. 5. Firmly press the double-sided tape to adhere well. If it is reattached, the adhesive performance will extremely decrease. To avoid redoing, position the tape correctly before attachment. 6. The adhesive strength of the double-sided tape increases gradually after the attachment. Do not wash the vehicle within 24 hours after attaching the part. When washing the vehicle or applying wax to the vehicle is required on the day when the part is attached, leave the vehicle for at least 1 hour, and seal the double-sided tape attached portions with tape or the like to prevent water intrusion. (Do not perform a high-pressure or automatic car wash on the day when the part is installed.) 7. When performing an air blow after the installation of the part, keep the nozzle 300 mm or more away from the part. If it is too close, the surface of the part may be peeled off. 8. After installing the part, leave it for 2 to 3 hours, and do not drive the vehicle. 9. When a body coating treatment (glass coating, etc.) is applied, the original adhesive strength cannot be exerted. Check if the body coating treatment is applied. Also, remove any dirt or fat and oil from the part installation position on the vehicle without fail, and press fit the part with sufficient force. <Removal and check method for body coating film> – Using compound with fine particles (in order not to impair painting), scrub off the coating film in the application area. – After grinding, sprinkle water using a spray or the like. If the area is no longer water-repellent, the coat- ing film has been removed. Sold by: SUBARU CORPORATION This manual describes how to install and handle the trunk spoiler. Before installing the part, please be sure to read this manual for proper installation. Trunk spoiler Genuine part number: E7210VC300 / E7210VC200 / E7210VC310 / E7210VC210 Applicable model: WRX 2022MY and later Scope E7210VC300 / E7210VC310 E7210VC200 / E7210VC210 With torsion bars, for vehicles without a factory spoiler Without torsion bars, for vehicles a factory spoiler Components No. Part name Qty. Part No. ① Trunk spoiler ② Nut ③ Bolt ④ Clip ⑤ Template R ⑥ Template L ⑦ Instruction Manual ⑧ Protection seal set (a set of 2 stickers) *1 ⑨ THSN BAR RH ⑩ THSN BAR LH １ E7210VC200 E7210VC210 ２ ２ E7210VC205 ２ １ １ E7210VC206 １ １ １ 57529VC020 １ 57529VC030 E7210VC300 E7210VC310 Repair part No.: Parts set (E7210VC205): ②×2, ③×2, ④×2 Template set (E7210VC206): ⑤×1, ⑥×1 *1: The protection seal set is used only for the installation work to a vehicle with a factory trunk spoiler. Trunk spoiler with torsion bars (E7210VC300 / E7210VC310) Trunk spoiler (E7210VC200 / E7210VC210) ① Template set (E7210VC206) Parts set (E7210VC205) ⑤ ⑥ ② ③ ④ ⑦ ⑧ THSN BAR RH (57529VC020) ⑨ THSN BAR LH (57529VC030) ⑩ ２ Tools to be used Clip remover Phillips screwdriver Deburring tool Center punch Torsion bar tool Power drill and Drill bits(3㎜,5㎜,8.5㎜) Adjustable support rod Drive torque wrench Drive ratchet and Extension bar Socket wrench (8mm,10mm) Rust preventative ortouch up paint Masking tape 91% or Greater isopropyl alcohol Vacuum Waste cloth Work glove Safety glasses Completion image ① Trunk spoiler The work described in the following section is applicable to vehicles equipped with the factory trunk spoiler. For other vehicles, start the work from Section 4 on page 5. ３ Trunk panel Trunk lid trim panel 1. Removing trunk lid trim panel and bolts (1) Remove the nine clips, and then remove the trunk lid trim panel. Fixing clip (9 locations) CAUTION The removed trunk lid trim panel and clips will be reused. Be careful not to damage or lose them. Bolts (2) Remove the two bolts. Fixing bolt (2locations) Masking tape Trunk panel Factory trunk spoiler 2. Removing factory trunk spoiler (1) To prevent scratches on the vehicle body during the removing work, apply masking tape for protection as shown in the figure on the left. (2) Gently pull the factory spoiler to disengage the four clips. * Prevention from scratch Masking tape protection CAUTION Fixing clip (4 locations) After removing the factory trunk spoiler, check that the 6 holes used for fixing have not been deformed. These holes will be used to install the part. *The work for the RH side is explained. Perform the same work for the LH side. 3. Preparation for installation (on vehicle side) The masking tape attached to the portion B is Reference to panel end CAUTION used to decide the part installation position. ⑤ Template Reference to panel end (1) Referring to the figure on the left, attach the template ⑤ to the exterior panel of the trunk with masking tape or the like. Enlarged view of template ⑤ Portion A Portion B A Portion B B Broken line Broken line Marking * Fold template along broken line to follow the shape, and fix it with tape. (2) Referring to the portion B in the figure on the left, make a mark with masking tape or the like at the part installation position. (2 locations) (3) Perform the same work for the LH side. ４ (4) Referring to the figure on the left, degrease the trunk surface with a waste cloth soaked with a 91% or greater isopropyl alcohol. 91% or Greater isopropyl alcohol Waste cloth Surface to be degreased and cleaned ⑧ Protection seal (5) Attach the protection seals ⑧ to the positions shown in the figure on the left. (2 locations) NOTE This step only applies to vehicles that are equipped with a factory spoiler. The protection seals are not needed for vehicles without a factory spoiler. Proceed to the next section for more details. For the subsequent work procedure, go on to Section 6 on page 7. The work described in the following section is applicable to vehicles not equipped with the factory trunk spoiler. Trunk panel Trunk lid trim panel 4. Removing trunk lid trim panel (1) Remove the clips, and then remove the trunk lid trim panel. CAUTION Fixing clip (9 locations) The removed trunk lid trim panel and clips will be reused. Be careful not to damage or lose them. ５ *The work for the RH side is explained. Perform the same work for the LH side. Reference to panel end Reference to panel end ⑤ Template 5. Preparation for installation (on vehicle side) (1) Referring to the figure on the left, attach the template ⑤ to the exterior panel of the trunk with masking tape or the like. Enlarged view of template ⑤ Portion A B A Broken line Portion B Broken line Portion A Center punch Portion B Marking * Fold template along broken line to follow the shape, and fix it with tape. (2) Referring to the portions A and B in the figure on the left, make a mark with a center punch or the like at the center of each drilling position on both templates. (4 locations) (3) Referring to the portion B in the figure on the left, make a mark with masking tape or the like at the part installation position. (2 locations) CAUTION The masking tape attached to the portion B is used to decide the part installation position. Marking Marking 3mm→5mm→8.5mm (4) Perform the same work for the LH side. (5) Apply a drill to the center of the position marked in the step (2) to make a prepared hole with a 3 mm drill bit and 5 mm drill bit (2 locations each on RH and LH, 4 locations in total) (6) After making the prepared hole, make a hole with a 8.5 mm drill bit. (2 locations each on RH and LH, 4 locations in total) Before the work, make a stopper with fabric adhesive tape to a position approximately 5 mm away from the tip of the drill bit to prevent interference with the drill. CAUTION 5mm Drill bit Fabric adhesive tape CAUTION Be careful not to leave chips inside the panel during the work. (7) Finish the drilled holes with a file to eliminate burrs or the like. (8) Apply a rust preventive treatment to the drilled holes using a touch-up pen or the like. ６ (9) Referring to the figure on the left, degrease the trunk surface with a waste cloth soaked with a 91% or greater isopropyl alcohol. 91% or Greater isopropyl alcohol Waste cloth Surface to be degreased and cleaned The work described from the following section is the common work to install any trunk spoiler. Bottom view of trunk spoiler 6. Preparation for installation (trunk spoiler side) (1) Referring to the figure on the left, attach the nuts ② to the inner holes on the back side of the trunk spoiler ①. (2 locations) ② Nut ① Trunk spoiler ② Nut (2) Referring to the figure on the left, attach the clips ④ to the outer holes on the back side of the trunk spoiler ①. (2 locations) ④ Clip ④ Clip CAUTION Paint may be peeled off while the nuts or clips are installed, but it is not a problem. ① Trunk spoiler Backing paper (fixed with masking tape) (3) Peel off each of the backing paper of the double-sided tape attached on the trunk spoiler ① by approximately 3 to 5 cm from the end, bend it outward, and attach it to the front side with masking tape. (4 locations) Backing paper (fixed with masking tape) Adjust position so that gaps on LH and RH sides will be uniform. ④ Clips Adjust position so that gaps on LH and RH sides will be uniform. Installation procedure 7. Installing trunk spoiler (1) Install the trunk spoiler ① with the clips ④ attached to it aligned to the outer side of each installation hole. (2 locations) (2) After installing the trunk spoiler ①, adjust the position by referring to the figure on the left so that the gaps indicated by arrows will be uniform on the LH and RH sides. ① Trunk spoiler ７ ③ Bolts (3) Temporarily fix the nuts attached to the trunk spoiler ① and the inner side of each installation hole with the bolts ③. CAUTION (2 locations) When temporarily tightening the bolt, stop it with 2 to 3 turns. Doing so may make it difficult to remove the release paper from the double-sided tape. Trunk panel ① Trunk spoiler Masking tape (4) Referring to the sectional view of A-A in the figure on the left, adjust the trunk spoiler ① to the installation positions marked with masking tape. B A A B B CAUTION B (2 locations) If the alignment position is misaligned, the double-sided tape on the back of the trunk lid will float or peel off. A Sectional view of A-A Align part position. (5) Referring to the sectional view of B-B in the figure on A the left, make sure that the gaps on the LH and RH sides of the trunk spoiler ① are eliminated. Be sure to install the trunk spoiler onto the top Top surface of trunk Masking tape ① Trunk spoiler CAUTION surface of the trunk first. Then, start the installation to the rear surface of the trunk. Sectional view of B-B Rear surface of trunk Align LH and RH positions so as to eliminate gap between trunk and cushion. Trunk ① Trunk spoiler Align LH and RH positions so as to eliminate gap between trunk and cushion. (6) Pull the backing paper attached on the top surface of the trunk outward from the center, and firmly press the entire double-sided tape area with a force of 49 N or more. Press the double-sided tape on the outside of ２ １ CAUTION the masking tape (○ area) from the top of the trunk spoiler directly downward again. Masking tape Masking tape ４ ３ (7) Pull the backing paper attached on the rear surface of the trunk outward from the center, and firmly press the entire double-sided tape area with a force of 49 N or more. ① Trunk spoiler CAUTION The double-sided tape must be firmly pressed for at least 10 seconds with a force of 49 N or more. ８ ③ Bolts (8) Finally tighten the bolts ③ temporarily fixed in the step (3). ③ Bolt: Tightening torque of 4.0 N•m±1.0 N•m (2 locations) Trunk panel 8. Preparation for removal of torsion bars The work described from the following section is applicable to vehicles not equipped with the factory trunk spoiler. For a vehicle equipped with the factory trunk spoiler, go on to Section 13 on page 12. (1) Remove the trunk mat, sub-trunk box, and rear floor side spacer. (2) Disengage the clips and tabs, and remove the trunk rear trim panel. (3) Remove the clips, and then remove the trunk side trim panel. Trunk panel (4) Fix the trunk panel with the adjuster support rod. CAUTION Insufficient fixing of the adjuster support rod may cause falling of the trunk panel, which can lead to injury during the work or damages on the vehicle. Adjuster support rod ９ 9. Removing torsion bars This work uses the remover (99099FL000). When the removal work of torsion bars has been finished, go on to Section 10 on page 11. CAUTION Handle the torsion bars carefully during the installation or removal work as they have a reaction force. When removing the torsion bars, exercise caution because the trunk may close suddenly. Make a mark on each of the LH and RH torsion bars. Reference VB-*BU 2 1 Torsion bar tool Attach the remover to a torsion bar by the following procedure. (1) Hook the inner plate of the torsion bar tool onto the U-shaped end of the torsion bar. (2) Make a contact between the bottom surface of the torsion bar tool and the torsion bar. Torsion bar tool EB-11085 VB-*BU (b) (1) Disengage the bracket clip. (2) Remove the torsion bars from the clamp shape portion of the bracket clip. (3) Remove the bracket clip from the vehicle body. CAUTION Use a small flathead screwdriver to securely press the center of the bracket clip from both sides in the vehicle lateral direction. The clip tabs are found on both sides. (a) Torsion bar tool EB-11083 (4) Remove the RH torsion bar from the U-shaped portion of the LH hinge link. (5) Use the torsion bar tool to remove the left end of the RH torsion bar from the LH hinge bracket. (6) Remove the right end of the RH torsion bar from the RH bracket. (7) Remove the RH torsion bar from the U-shaped portion of the LH hinge link. (8) Use the torsion bar tool to remove the right end of the LH torsion bar from the RH hinge bracket. (9) Remove the left end of the LH torsion bar from the LH (a) in the figure: RH torsion bar (b) in the figure: LH torsion bar hinge bracket. 10 11 03 New number added due to cushion change of page 2. Parts is integrated into new parts number. January 31 , 2023 02 Add notes to page 8 December 1 , 2022 Revision history nt Newly created 01 Work procedure change of page 10 Date December 17 , 2021 February 23 , 2022 CAUTION Handle the torsion bars carefully during the installation or removal work as they have a reaction force. Be careful when removing the torsion bars because the trunk may close suddenly. Make a mark on both LH and RH torsion bars. 10. Installing torsion bars 11. Restoring trunk room trim 12. Check or inspection after installation work (1) Install torsion bars in a separate package. (2) Install the torsion bars in the reverse order of removal. (1) Install the trunk side trim panel and trunk lid trim. (1) Open and close the trunk lid to check that there is no abnormality (malfunction or abnormal noise) during the open/close operation. (2) Check for any looseness, inclination, coming-off of bolts, and others in the installed area, and make corrections if necessary. Finally, check that there is no scratch, dirt, or the like. The installation work has been completed.

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