Power Antenna Mast Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE






1. Remove the upper antenna mast mounting nut.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position.
3. Turn the radio ON.
4. Have a helper guide the antenna mast (1) as it moves out from the antenna assembly.






5. Pull the antenna mast (2) from the antenna assembly.
6. Remove the antenna mast from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE






1. Install the antenna mast (2) to the vehicle.






2. With the radio ON, insert the plastic cable (2) into the antenna assembly.
3. With the serrated side of the plastic cable facing the power antenna motor insert the antenna assembly until you feel resistance.
4. Turn OFF the radio.
5. With the aid of an assistant, feed the plastic cable and the mast into the antenna base.
6. If the plastic cable does not retract into the antenna housing, rotate the cable clockwise and/or counter/clockwise until the cable retracts into the antenna housing.
7. Insert the mast (1) section into the antenna housing.

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

8. Install the upper antenna mounting nut.

Tighten
Tighten the upper antenna mounting nut to 6 N.m (53 lb in).