B. Drilling Hole In Trunk Lid For SDARS Antenna

B. Drilling the hole in the trunk lid for the SDARS antenna





1. Measure and mark (Arrow, Figure 1) the trunk lid underside at the center of the recessed hole in the reinforcement panel.

2. Apply masking tape covering an area approximately 8" X 8" on the trunk lid exterior where the antenna will mount.

3. From the trunk lid underside, drill a 3 mm diameter pilot hole at the measured mark in the recessed hole in the trunk reinforcement panel.

CAUTION
Drilling metal can cause airborne metal debris.

Airborne metal debris can cause serious injury to the eyes. Use protective eyewear.

NOTICE!
Improper or careless drilling can damage metal surfaces.

Paint or body damage to the trunk lid can result.

Exercise care and accuracy when drilling.

4. Drill the 3 mm pilot hole to an enlarged 6 mm diameter pilot hole.

5. If installing the:

> 1st Generation antenna, drill the 6 mm pilot hole to a 20 mm diameter hole using a UniBit(R).

> 2nd Generation antenna, drill the 6 mm pilot hole to a 14 mm diameter hole using a UniBit(R).

NOTICE!

Using a hole saw is not suitable for drilling the hole in the trunk lid.

Using a hole saw will damage the trunk lid.

Do not use a hole saw to drill the trunk lid.

6. Remove the burrs from the hole edge and carefully clean away the metal debris from the trunk lid.

7. Remove the tape from the trunk lid and the cover with metal debris from the trunk floor.

8. Thoroughly coat the hole edge with primer and follow the approved manufacturer's recommended drying time.