LS V8-3.9L VIN A (2003)
Antenna, Radio: Service and Repair
General Procedures
ANTENNA GRID WIRE REPAIR
Special Tools
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
NOTE: Any breaks longer than 25.4 mm (1 in) in one grid cannot be repaired. The back window glass must be replaced. Breaks equal to or shorter than
25.4 mm (1 in) in the antenna grid wire can be successfully repaired by using the following procedure:
1. The vehicle should be brought inside and allowed to reach 16°C (60°F) or above.
2. Clean the repair area with denatured alcohol.
3. Place the grid line mask over the break aligning the cut out slots on either side of the repair area.
4. Apply the epoxy from the grid wire repair kit to the repair area.
5. Remove the mask without disturbing the epoxy.
6. Use heat gun to heat the repair area for one to two minutes at a distance of about 25-50 mm (1-2 in). This procedure should heat the repair area
to approximately 149°C (300°F).
7. Optimum hardness and adhesion will occur after 24 hours. Do not disturb the repaired area until that time.
