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Power Antenna Mast Replacement

NOTE: A helper is needed to operate the radio as mast is guided Into power antenna assembly. Damage to paint surface could result if done without help.

REMOVAL
1. Remove cap nut.
2. Turn ignition key to ACCESSORY position and turn on radio.
3. While the mast is moving up pull upward to remove mast, contact spring and drive rod from the mast tube.

INSTALLATION

Power Antenna Mast Replacement:




1. Insert new drive rod into mast tube with drive teeth toward antenna motor.
2. Turn off radio and guide mast into tube. The mast may not be fully lowered when first installed.
3. Replace the cap nut and tighten to 1.5 Nm (15 in. lbs.) torque.
4. Turn radio On and Off (allowing 15 - 20 seconds to complete cycle) to extend and retract antenna. Mast should be fully lowered after recycling.