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Antenna Mast Kit Replacement

The Antenna Mast Kit includes the mast, an improved antenna nut (0-ring type), and an insulator that provides a seat for the 0-ring.

1. Turn the ignition switch ON; then turn the radio on to extend the antenna mast.

2. Pull the antenna mast out of the antenna tube; then discard the antenna mast.





3. Remove the antenna seal, and discard it.





4. Insert the new antenna mast into the antenna tube; then turn the radio off to retract the antenna mast.





5. Loosen the antenna motor mounting nut(s).





6. Reinstall the antenna nut, and tighten it to 2.3 Nm (0.23 kg-m, 20 lb-in).

7. Tighten the antenna motor mounting nut(s).