Antenna Lead-In Cable: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford Pickup, 2005 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2005 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2005 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the antenna base. Refer to ANTENNA BASE in this article.
Position the RH front fender splash shield away from the bulkhead.
1. Remove the 2 nuts.
2. Remove the screws.
3. Remove the pin-type retainers.
4. Position the RH front fender splash shield away from the bulkhead.
  
  Fig 1: Positioning RH Front Fender Splash Shield Away From Bulkhead
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the pin-type retainer and the lower RH A-pillar trim panel.

Fig 2: Removing Pin-Type Retainer And Lower RH A-Pillar Trim Panel
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Unseat the old radio antenna lead-in cable grommet from the bulkhead and pull the excess cable into the passenger compartment.

Fig 3: Pulling Excess Cable Into Passenger Compartment
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the audio unit. For additional information, refer to AUDIO UNIT .

NOTE: This vehicle uses a radio antenna lead-in cable that is attached to the instrument panel reinforcement and the defroster air duct. Do not remove the old radio antenna lead-in cable from the vehicle.

Cut and remove the original radio antenna lead-in cable connectors and excess cable. Secure the remaining cable ends to avoid rattles or identification problems.