Removing
Disconnect the battery ground wire.
Take off the radio.
Remove lower footwell cover.
Remove wheel arch trim, see chapter «Body».
Pull out the antenna cable. Pre-tie a thread or a suitable cord to the cable in order to facilitate its installation later.
Loosen the antenna union nut.
Pull antenna -1- downwards into wheel housing and detach from bracket -2-.
Installation
For additional installation of the antenna in the left front fender there is already a hole. In this case, remove the protective cap and screw the bracket for the antenna into the wheel housing.
Insert the antenna in the wheel housing into the holder.
Insert the antenna from below through the hole in the wing and screw on with the cap nut.
Attention: If the antenna is optional, insert it so that it is slightly tilted back inward when extended. Pay attention to the instructions of the antenna manufacturer.
Put the rubber inserts on the antenna cable.
Lead the antenna cable through the side hole in the wheel arch into the passenger compartment. Openings are securely closed with rubber inserts.
Pull the antenna cable with a thread and lay it behind the instrument panel.
Install wheel arch trim.
Connect radio and check reception.
Match the antenna.
Install radio.
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