65 20 022 Removing and installing/replacing roof aerial

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT ROOFLINER TRIM
Remove ROOF AERIAL ROD

Unclip plug connections (1) from holder (2).

Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Installation:

Ensure correct routing of cables.

Release nut (3), tightening torque 65 20 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connections, Holder And Nut

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Installation:

Leads must not be damaged.

Leads must be correctly situated in recess (4) of nut (3).

Remove roof aerial (1) in upward direction in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Removing Roof Aerial In Upward Direction

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