Antenna and cable – replacement
1. Disconnect the cable (s) from the negative battery terminal(s) (see Engine electrical systems).
Radio antenna
2. Remove the right-side kick panel/threshold trim panel (see illustration).
12.2 Working in the right kick panel area, disconnect the antenna side of the cable (A) from the radio side of the cable (B)
3. Disconnect the antenna cables.
4. Tie a piece of string to the antenna end of the cable.
5. Unscrew the antenna mast from its base (see illustration).
12.5 Using a small wrench of the appropriate size, unscrew the antenna from its mounting base
6. Remove the base retaining nut and the antenna base (see illustration).
12.6 Using an antenna wrench (available at auto parts stores) unscrew the nut from the antenna mounting base, then remove the base by pulling it straight up
7. Open the passenger’s door, then pull the antenna downward and out. Don’t allow the pull cord to come out.
8. If you’re installing a new antenna, tie the cord to the end of its cable, then use it to pull the cable through the body panels. Ensure that the rubber grommet is fully seated.
9. The remainder of installation is the reverse of removal.
Satellite radio antenna
10. The rear of the headliner must be pulled down for access to this antenna. Because this requires the removal of several interior trim panels, we recommend that you have this procedure done by a shop familiar with this type of work.
Navigation system antenna
11. Remove the radio (Radio and speakers – removal and installation).
12. Disconnect the antenna from its bracket and remove it.
13. Installation is the reverse of removal.