Ranger 2WD V6-177 2.9L (1989)
1.
With the antenna installed on the vehicle and the cable unplugged from the radio, perform the following resistance tests with an ohmmeter. Probes
must contact antenna at points specified by arrowheads in Figure 1.
2.
If ohmmeter tests are satisfactory, the antenna is good.
3.
If any ohmmeter is unsatisfactory, take the following action:
a.
If it is a one-piece assembly, replace the complete antenna and cable assembly.
b.
If it is a detachable cable and mast, perform Antenna Tests # 2 and # 3.
c.
If it is a manual antenna with an extension cable, perform Antenna Test # 4.
ANTENNA TEST # 2 - ANTENNA EQUIPPED WITH DETACHABLE CABLE AND MAST