Malibu V6-3.1L VIN J (2002)
Antenna Mast: Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
NOTE: Use tape on the tool surface so that you do not damage the paint on the antenna mast.
1. Remove the antenna mast from the antenna base (3).
2. Open rear trunk lid and pull back the carpet in the rear compartment to expose the antenna base (3).
3. Remove the mounting bolts from the antenna base (3).
4. Disconnect the antenna lead (2) from the antenna base (3).
5. Remove the antenna base (3) from the antenna mounting spacer (1), by pulling in a downward motion.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect the antenna lead (2) to the antenna base (3).
2. Install the antenna base (3) to the antenna mounting spacer (1), by pushing in a upward motion.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the antenna mounting bolts to the antenna base (3).
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
4. Reposition the rear compartment carpet and close rear trunk lid.
5. Install the antenna mast to the antenna base (3).