For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Position the antenna mast (2).
- Remove the insulator stop (5), using a 14 mm deep well 12 point socket.
- Use a wrench or a suitable tool on the flat portions of the mast tip in order to remove the mast tip (1).
- Slide over the rod assembly using long nose pliers or your fingers.
- Remove the inner tube assembly (3).
- Remove the outer tube assembly (4).
| • | If the antenna mast is completely down, perform the following steps: |
| 1. | With the ignition key in ACCY position, ask a helper to turn the radio to the ON position. |
| 2. | When the mast tip (1) extends approximately 25.4 mm (1 in), remove the power by pulling the fuse. |
| • | If the antenna mast is above the fender, remove power by pulling the fuse. |
| • | Grip the rod assembly (2) with pliers which are padded with cloth or rubber. This will prevent the rod assembly from turning. |
| • | Do not bend the rod (2). |
Installation Procedure
- Lubricate the contractor (5) with supplied lubricant before you assembly a new mast.
- Slide the assembly tool (4) over the contractor (5) in order to compress the fingers. The assembly tool is included in the replacement parts package.
- Slide the mast assembly over the rod assembly (2) and into the stationary tube (9) past the contractor fingers.
- Remove the assembly tool.
- Install the bottom mast into the stationary tube (9).
- Install the insulator stop (5).
- Install the mast tip (1).
- Return the fuse.
The threaded top of the rod assembly (2) must be above the top of the inner rod assembly (3).
