GMC 20842596 Antenna Assembly, Mobile Telephone Digital Eccn=7A994

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For early models Power antenna assembly,Using a pair of snap-ring pliers or an antenna tool, remove the antenna base retaining nut. An antenna removal tool is available at most auto parts stores. Apply tape to the body around the antenna to ensure the paint isn't scratched, then remove the antenna base nut. This tool won't slip off and possibly scratch the body, like pliers or other tools. Working in the trunk, pry out the plastic clips securing the passenger side trunk finishing panels to allow access to the antenna motor. Detach the motor/base assembly retaining bolt(s). Disconnect the antenna lead and the electrical connector (if equipped) and remove the antenna motor/base assembly from the vehicle. Remove the antenna cable, disconnect the electrical connector at the antenna relay, and remove the bolts securing the antenna assembly (early model). Installation is the reverse of removal. LATER MODELS AM/FM module: Later models are equipped with an AM/FM antenna module mounted to the roof inside the vehicle on rear left side. Remove the rear seat. Remove the assist handle and left side rear seat belt retractor. Detach the cover and remove the seat belt retractor bolt and nut. Remove the left side assist handle. Detach the left side quarter trim panel and headliner for access to the antenna module. Carefully pry the left side quarter trim panel out, then lower the rear of the headliner for access to the antenna module. Disconnect the antenna cables, remove the bolt and detach the antenna module from the vehicle. Disconnect the electrical connectors, remove the retaining bolt and lower the antenna module. Installation is the reverse of removal.

If you want to remove the cable and antenna mast in different models, go through these procedures. • For Cobalt/GS models: unscrew its mounting base to disconnect it from the antenna mast. The installation is a reversal of removing this item. • In HHR models, open liftgate and take away back headliner trim panel. To get rid of the bolt used for mounting the antenna located on this part, pull down rear side of headliner carefully. After that, take off antenna base while disconnecting cable. Installation is reverse of removal. • When removing antennae bases and cables, ION models have their front fender removed; Remove antenna mount bracket nuts and then remove both the mounting brackets together with cable attachment points; Reinstalling or fixing it follows the same process of taking it out.

Open the liftgate and remove the rear headliner trim panel. Carefully pull down the rear of the headliner to access the antenna mounting bolt and remove it. Then remove the antenna base and disconnect the cable. The installation is the reverse of removal.

Remove the glove compartment and passenger's airbag module. - Release the cable from the clips along the top of the instrument panel. - Disconnect it from the radio and antenna base cable.

Open the liftgate and remove the rear headliner trim panel. Carefully pull down the rear of the headliner to access the antenna mounting bolt and remove it. Then remove the antenna base and disconnect the cable. The installation is the reverse of removal.

Remove the glove compartment, right door sill plate, right kick panel, and detach the lower rear portion of the inner fender liner.