Impala V6-3.8L SC VIN 1 (2005)
Antenna Cable: Service and Repair
Antenna Cable Replacement
ANTENNA CABLE REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the rear upper quarter trim panel.
2. Disconnect the antenna cable from the radio antenna module.
3. Remove the rear seat cushion.
4. Remove the rear seat back.
5. Remove the left carpet retainers.
6. Remove the lower center pillar trim panel.
7. Adjust the carpet for access to the antenna cable as required.
8. Disconnect the antenna cable from the antenna extension cable.
9. Cut off the visible end of the antenna cable from the wiring harness in the following locations:
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The kick panel area
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The rear shelf area
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the antenna cable to the vehicle. Use electrical tape in order to secure the antenna extension cable to the top of the wiring harness. Secure
the cable to the harness at least every 150 mm (6 in).
2. Connect the antenna extension cable from the radio to the antenna cable near the kick panel:
1. Position the antenna extension cable behind the sliding lock feature.
2. Install the antenna extension cable to the sliding lock feature.
IMPORTANT: The antenna cable uses a sliding snap-lock. Holding the sliding lock feature will prevent installation.
3. Install the carpet.
4. Install the lower center pillar trim panel.
5. Install the left carpet retainers.
