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Antenna, Radio: Service and Repair

ANTENNA REPLACEMENT - DIGITAL RADIO

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Remove enough of the headliner in order to expose the antenna base and the electrical connections.
2. Release the locking tabs for the antenna leads (2).
3. Disconnect the antenna leads (2) from the headliner wire harness assembly.
4. Remove the power sunroof motor/actuator, if equipped.
5. Remove the antenna base nut (3).
6. Remove the antenna base (1) from the vehicle roof.
7. Route the antenna leads (2) through the opening in the vehicle roof (4).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Route the antenna leads (2) through the opening in the vehicle roof (4).
2. Align the locating pin (5) on the antenna base (1) to the vehicle roof.
3. Install the antenna base (1) to the vehicle roof.
4. Install the antenna mounting nut (3).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

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

5. Install the power sunroof motor/actuator.
6. Connect the antenna lead (2) to headliner wire harness assembly.
7. Press the connector until the locking tabs are fully engaged.
8. Install the headliner.