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Audio Unit Antenna Cable: Removal

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Instrument Panel Antenna Cable 

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
  1. Remove the instrument panel lower trim panel. Refer to: Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel .
  2. Remove the ACM. Refer to: Audio Front Control Module (ACM) .
  3. Remove the footrest pad.
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  4. Position the carpet rearward.
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  5. Disconnect the audio unit antenna cables at the LH lower cowl.
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  6. NOTE: This cable includes a splitter with a cable routed to the APIM.

    Release the cable retainers and remove the cable following the routing shown.

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    Body Antenna Cable Access 

    NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
    NOTE: The original equipment AM/FM/Satellite radio body antenna cable is part of the wiring harness and cannot be removed. This procedure refers to replacement of the cable only by overlaying the cable.
  7. Lower the rear of the headliner. Refer to: Headliner - Lowering .
  8. Disconnect the audio unit antenna cable.
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  9. Position aside the weatherstrip.
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  10. Remove the LH finish panel.
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  11. Remove the LH trim panel.
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  12. Remove the LH sill plate.

    • Disconnect the electrical connector.

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  13. Remove the LH lower cowl trim panel.
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  14. Remove the footrest pad.
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  15. Position the carpet rearward.
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  16. Disconnect the audio unit antenna cables at the LH lower cowl.
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