Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Antenna Cable Replacement



Antenna Cable Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the rear upper quarter trim panel.



2. Disconnect the antenna cable (1) from the radio antenna module (2).
3. Remove the rear seat cushion.
4. Remove the rear seat back.



5. Remove the right carpet retainers.
6. Remove the right lower center pillar trim panel.
7. Adjust the carpet for access to the antenna cable as required.
8. Disconnect the antenna cable (1) from the antenna extension cable (2).
9. Cut off the visible end of the antenna cable from the wiring harness in the following locations:

* The kick panel area
* The rear shelf area

Installation Procedure

1. Install the antenna cable to the vehicle. Use electrical tape in order to secure the antenna extension cable to the top of the wiring harness. Secure the cable to the harness at least every 150 mm (6 in).






Important: The antenna cable uses a sliding snap-lock. Holding the sliding lock feature will prevent installation.

2. Connect the antenna extension cable (2) from the radio to the antenna cable (1) near the kick panel:

1. Position the antenna extension cable behind the sliding lock feature.
2. Install the antenna extension cable to the sliding lock feature.

3. Install the carpet.
4. Install the right lower center pillar trim panel.
5. Install the right carpet retainers.



6. Install the rear seat back.
7. Install the rear seat cushion.

Important: The antenna cable uses a sliding snap-lock. Holding the sliding lock feature will prevent installation.

8. Connect the antenna cable (1) to the radio antenna module (2):

1. Position the antenna cable behind the sliding lock feature.
2. Install the antenna cable to the sliding lock feature.

9. Install the rear upper quarter trim panel.