Park Avenue V6-3.8L SC VIN 1 (2005)
Global Positioning System Antenna: Service and Repair
Coupling Replacement - Antenna Outer
COUPLING REPLACEMENT - ANTENNA OUTER
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Install the inner coupling first if both the inner and the outer couplings are to be replaced.
IMPORTANT:
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The adhesion promoter must be used to assure adequate bonding of the coupling.
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To obtain maximum adhesion between the new mobile antenna couplings and the glass surface, the adhesion promoter must be used and the
couplings and the glass must be kept dry and above 15°C (60°F) during the installation. Allow 6 to 8 hours, at 15°C (60°F), for the adhesive
to cure after installation. Otherwise the new couplings may come off.
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Do not use using any type of glue, adhesive tapes, etc. to reinstall the original couplings. Doing so may eliminate the cellular signal transfer
through the glass and reduce the maximum performance of the system, including the air bag deployment notification.
2. Use a small wide-bladed plastic tool to cut the double back tape material while lifting up on the outer antenna coupling.
NOTE: If you use a razor blade or other sharp tool in order to remove the adhesives or foreign objects from the inside of the rear window, use the
blade carefully. Damage to the grid lines may result.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Clean the rear window with an alcohol wipe.
2. Dry the glass thoroughly using a lint free cloth.
3. Apply glass adhesion promoter GM P/N 12378555 (Canadian P/N 88901239) to the rear window in the area where you will install the antenna
coupling. Follow the glass adhesion promoter instructions on the product label.
IMPORTANT:
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The adhesion promoter must be used to assure adequate bonding of the coupling.
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Mask off or protect areas before applying the adhesion promoter.
4. Remove the protective film from the adhesive backing on the outer antenna coupling.
IMPORTANT:
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Align the inner and the outer antenna couplings.
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Do not touch the adhesive backing on the antenna coupling.
