Information/Communication Technology IKT: Antennas

The tuner is connected to the antenna diversity of the rear window via an antenna connector (Fakra) and a coaxial cable. The following antennas are located in the rear window:

FM antennas FM1-4
AM antennas LW, MW, SW
Remote control services (FBD) antenna

In addition to the antennas in the rear window, there is also a roof antenna for the telephone, GPS and satellite radio (US only).

The antenna structures are located on the inside and are the same on all rear windows. They are applied in a screen print process. The heating conductors of the rear window defogger are integrated in the antenna structures.

The carrier frame for the antenna diversity module is bonded at the top right directly to the rear window. The antenna diversity module is clipped onto the carrier frame and is connected by means of spring contacts to the antenna structure.

Fig 1: Identifying FM Antenna Arrangement Schematic - E60

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Fig 2: Identifying AM/FBD Antenna Arrangement - E60

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NOTE: Particular care must be taken when removing the antenna diversity module to ensure that the clips of the carrier frame do not break off, otherwise the rear window will have to be renewed.