Antenna: Service and Repair

FIXED ANTENNA REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Remove antenna mast.
2. Remove the headliner.
3. Remove the 4 retainers (4) which secure the antenna cable (3) to the roof (5).




4. Disconnect the rear antenna extension cable.
5. Remove the nut (4) which secures the antenna cable base (1) to the roof of the vehicle.




6. Release the 2 tabs (2) from the antenna cable base (1).
7. Remove the antenna base cable assembly (1) from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Insert the antenna cable (3) through the opening in the roof, make sure the 2 tabs (2) lock in.
2. Connect the antenna base cable assembly, to the rear antenna extension cable.




3. Secure the antenna cable base (1) to the roof with the nut (4).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten
Tighten the antenna base cable nut (4) to 4.5 N.m (40 lb in).




4. Route the antenna base cable assembly (1) along the roof (5).
5. Secure the antenna cable (1) to the roof (5) with the 4 retainers (4).
6. Install the headliner.
7. Install the antenna mast.