Removal Procedure
- Remove the windshield side garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement .
- Remove the sunshade from the headliner. Refer to Sunshade Replacement .
- Remove the center pillar upper garnish molding. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Replacement .
- Lower the front corner of the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (SUT) or Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (SUV) .
- Disconnect the wire harness to the roof antenna.
- Remove the antenna fastener.
- Remove the antenna from the roof.
NOTE:
DO NOT apply paint or clear coat to the antenna. This will damage the function of the antenna, causing poor reception or loss of signal reception.
IMPORTANT:
Complete removal of the headliner is not required.