DeVille V8-4.6L VIN Y (1998)
Antenna Mast: Service and Repair
Power Antenna Mast Replacement
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Turn ON the radio.
2. When the thinnest rod section (100 rod) (2) is extended approximately 26 mm (1 in) above the other sections, immediately disconnect the power
using one of the following methods:
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Disconnect the battery.
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Unplug the power lead from the radio.
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Unplug the power lead from the antenna.
3. Remove the finial (1) using a wrench (or suitable pliers) on the flat portions of the finial (1). Prevent the 100 rod section (2) from turning by
gripping the 100 rod using pliers. Pad the pliers using cloth or rubber in order to prevent damage to the 100 rod surface.
The 100 rod (2) is not removable. Do not bend the rod.
4. Remove the insulator stop (5).
5. Using your fingers or long nose pliers, pull up and slide the sections (3,4) over the 100 rod (2).
6. Remove the sections (3,4).
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Lubricate the contractor (5) using the supplied package of grease.
2. Slide the assembly tool (brass tube) (4) over the contractor (5) in order to compress the contractor fingers. The assembly tool is included in the
replacement parts package.
