65 20 105 Removing and installing/replacing aerial amplifier (rod aerial)

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection) . See 61 35... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove aerial base

Disconnect plug connections (1) and remove aerial amplifier (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connections And Aerial Amplifier

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Installation:

Make sure individual parts are installed in correct sequence.

Aerial base
Lock washer
Seal
Rod aerial cover
Plastic nut

Fig 2: Identifying Components Correct Installation Sequence
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