Body - Trunk Spoiler Chips Or Scuffs Trunk Lid

09-003

February 28, 2011

Applies To:
*2006-11 Civic Hybrid - ALL*

Trunk Spoiler Scuffs or Chips the Trunk Lid
(Supersedes 09-003, dated March 30, 2009, to revise the information marked by the black bars/shown with asterisks.)





REVISION SUMMARY

SYMPTOM

The trunk spoiler is scuffing or chipping the paint on the trunk lid.

PROBABLE CAUSE

The trunk spoiler seals are compressed, allowing contact between the spoiler and the trunk lid.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Polish or refinish the trunk lid as needed, then install the new trunk spoiler seals.





PARTS INFORMATION





WARRANTY INFORMATION

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Remove the trunk spoiler:

^ Refer to page 20-152 of the 2006-2011 Civic Hybrid Service Manual, or

^ Online, enter keyword SPOILER, and select Trunk Lid Spoiler Replacement from the list.

NOTE:
Use needle-nose pliers to help release the clips from the trunk lid.





2. Inspect the trunk lid paint for scratches or chips.

^ If the paint is scratched, polish the trunk lid.

^ If the paint is chipped, refinish the trunk lid using best shop practices.

3. Remove the EPT foam from the spoiler.





4. Using isopropyl alcohol on a shop towel, clean the area of the trunk spoiler where the trunk spoiler seals will attach.

5. Apply the trunk spoiler seals between the two marks on the trunk spoiler as shown. Repeat on the other side.

NOTE:
The trunk spoiler seals are scored down the middle.





6. Reinstall the trunk spoiler and the trunk lid trim.