RAV4 4-Door 4WD L4-2.0L (3S-FE) (1997)
Antenna: Service and Repair
ANTENNA ROD REMOVAL
HINT: Perform this operation with the negative (-) terminal cable connected to the battery.
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK position.
2. Remove the antenna nut.
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Press the 'AM buttons on the radio receiver. and simultaneously turn the ignition switch to 'ACC' position.
HINT:
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The rod will extend fully and be released from the motor antenna.
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After removing the antenna rod, leave the ignition switch at 'ACC'.
NOTE: To prevent body damage when the antenna rod Is released, hold the rod while it comes out.
ANTENNA ROD INSTALLATION
1. Insert the cable of the rod until it reaches the bottom.
HINT:
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When inserting the cable, the teeth on the cable must face toward the front of the vehicle.
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Insert the antenna approx. 300 mm (11.8 in.)
2. Wind the cable to retract the rod by turning the ignition switch to "LOCK" position.
HINT:
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If the ignition switch is already in LOCK position, do step 1 (c) first. then turn the ignition switch to "ACC" position.