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Antenna Ground Test

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Important:  Always zero out the DMM before taking a resistance measurement in order to ensure an accurate reading.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Disconnect the antenna lead-in connector from the radio receiver.
  3. Measure the resistance from the negative battery cable to the coaxial cable (outer conductor) connector.
  4. The resistance measured should be 0.20 ohms or less.
  5. Test the following when the resistance is greater than 0.20 ohms.
    • Base of the antenna for a poor connection to body ground.
    • The coaxial cable interconnections for a poor connection or corrosion.
    • Test for an open or high resistance from the battery negative cable to the body.
  6. After finding and correcting the condition, operate the system in order of verify the repair.
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