Circuit/System Testing
Antenna Coaxial Cable Testing
- The antenna coax may have one or two sections between the radio and the mast antenna.
- If greater than the specified range, replace the antenna coax.
IMPORTANT: For steps 2 - 6, perform the tests on each of the disconnected coax cables. - Test for infinite resistance between the antenna coax center terminal and ground.
- If less than the specified value, replace the antenna coax.
- Test for less than 5 ohms of resistance on the antenna coax center terminal from end to end.
- If greater than the specified range, replace the antenna coax.
- Test for less than 5 ohms of resistance on the antenna coax outer shield from end to end.
- If greater than the specified range, replace the antenna coax.
- Test for infinite resistance between the coax center terminal and the outer shield.
- If less than the specified value, replace the antenna coax.
Rear Glass Antenna Inspection
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the coax from the antenna located at the rear glass.
- Verify the coax connector at the back glass is properly secured and free of any damage.
- If damage is found, repair or replace as necessary.
- Inspect the antenna on the rear glass. Verify all branches of the antenna are intact, with no scratches or other damage.
- If damage is found, repair or replace as necessary.