Retrofit antenna for global positioning system (GPS) - AN82.61-P-7474-04TB

Fig 1: Identifying Cutting Blade, Straight, Blade Length 35 mm (202 589 17 63 00)

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Routing diagram for antenna line 

Fig 2: Antenna Line Routing Diagram

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1. Prepare holder (10) with a thickness of approx. 0.8 mm as per the dimensioning from a commercially available body repair panel.

   Dimensions: 

   Fig 3: Identifying Holder Dimensions

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2. Roughen holder (10), prime using a spray can and paint in black matt.

   The holder (10) must be dry and free of dust and grease before it is primed.

3. Glue felt strip (12) onto edge of holder (10).
4. Glue on GPS antenna (A2/23) according to the dimension (F) on the holder (10).

   Dimension: 

   Fig 4: Identifying Dimension F & Antenna Line Components

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5. Secure antenna line (2) in place using felt strip (13).
6. Cut off bridge (7) flush with lamellas of grate (9) using a straight cutting blade with a blade length of 35 mm and a multicutter (8).

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   Fig 5: Cutting Off Bridge

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7. Unclip clips (3) and detach insulation mat (6) in lower area of engine hood.
8. Remove expansion rivets (5) and unclip cover (4) from engine hood.
   Fig 6: Identifying Clips And Insulation Mat In Lower Area Of Engine Hood

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9. Glue felt tape on brackets (14) of engine hood on both sides.
10. Remove screw/bolt (15) (no longer required).
    Fig 7: Identifying Engine Hood Brackets And Screw/Bolt

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11. Insert holder (10) with GPS antenna in direction of vent grille between brackets (14) of engine hood.
12. Fasten holder (10) using 4.8 x19 mm tapping screw (16) and three plastic sleeves (24) at bracket (17) of engine hood.

    The three plastic sleeves (24) are used as a spacer between holder (10) and bracket (17).

    Fig 8: Identifying Plastic Sleeves At Bracket Of Engine Hood

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13. Remove expansion rivet (19).
14. Pull filler neck (20) from washer fluid reservoir.
15. Detach water trough drain hose (21) and put to one side.
    Fig 9: Identifying Expansion Rivet, Filler Neck And Water Trough Drain Hose

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16. Route antenna line (2) for GPS antenna (A2/23) along the existing lines and fix in place using cable ties.
    Fig 10: Identifying Antenna Line And GPS Antenna (A2/23)

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17. Unclip coupling housing (23) from antenna line (2).
18. Press grommet (22) out from the interior.
19. Cut off free tab (24) of grommet (22) and route antenna line (2) through.
20. Seal antenna line (2) in grommet (22) with sealant.
21. Install grommet (22)
22. Clip coupling housing (23) onto antenna line.
    Fig 11: Uncliping Coupling Housing From Antenna Line

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23. Route antenna line (2) along the vehicle's wiring harness, starting at the grommet (22), into the radio recess and fix in place using cable ties.

    Antenna line (2) will later be connected to radio control panel and navigation unit.

    Fig 12: Routing Antenna Line Along Vehicle's Wiring Harness, Starting At Grommet, Into Radio Recess

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