MODULE - ANTENNA
DESCRIPTION
The antenna module is an electromagnetic circuit component designed to capture and enhance RF (Radio Frequency) signals in both the AM and FM broadcast bands. The antenna module is mounted to the right rear roof rail under the headliner. The mounting brackets also serve as the ground circuit. The antenna module has a two wire electrical connector that connects to the integral radio antenna, located on the right rear quarter glass. A connector for the radio coax cable and battery voltage are on the top of the antenna module.
OPERATION
The antenna module receives both AM and FM radio signals supplied by the side window integral radio antenna system and selectively amplifies them while at the same time avoiding unusable or unwanted signals. The amplified signal is then sent through the body length coax cable to the radio input.
REMOVAL
WARNING: Disable the airbag system before attempting any steering wheel, steering column, seat belt tensioner, side airbag, or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative (ground) cable, then wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to take the proper precautions could result in accidental airbag deployment and possible personal injury.
1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Lower the right side of the headliner.
3. Disconnect the antenna module connector from the integral antenna.
4. Remove the mounting fasteners and the antenna module.
5. Disconnect the battery power lead connector from the antenna module.
6. Disconnect the coax lead from the antenna module.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: Disable the airbag system before attempting any steering wheel, steering column, seat belt tensioner, side airbag, or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative (ground) cable, then wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to take the proper precautions could result in accidental airbag deployment and possible personal injury.
1. Connect antenna cable to antenna module.
2. Connect battery power supply lead to antenna module.
3. Position antenna module onto right side upper roof rail. Install and tighten mounting fasteners.
4. Connect antenna module lead to the integral antenna.
5. Install headliner.