Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Pickup, 2003 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2003 Ford Excursion, and 2003 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the antenna base. Refer to BASE - Antenna .
Position the RH front fender splash shield (16102) away from the bulkhead.
1. Remove the two 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 RH cowl side trim panel (02344).
1. Remove the pin-type retainers.
2. Remove the RH cowl side trim panel.
  
  Fig 2: Removing RH Cowl Side Trim Panel
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Route the new radio antenna lead-in cable (18812) into the passenger compartment.
1. Unseat the old radio antenna lead-in cable grommet from the bulkhead.
2. Route the new radio antenna lead-in cable into the passenger compartment.
  
  Fig 3: Routing New Radio Antenna Lead-In Cable Into Passenger Compartment
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the radio chassis (18806). Refer to AUDIO .
Remove the old radio antenna lead-in cable connectors to avoid rattles or identification problems.
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.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE: Secure the new radio antenna lead-in cable to the instrument panel reinforcement.