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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2006 🢒 Rendezvous - FWD 🢒 Accessories 🢒 Entertainment 🢒 Radio Antenna Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 1533488 Size: SH
  1. Remove the antenna mast from the base.
  2. Unscrew the locking nut from the base in order to release the base from the fender.
  3. Remove the instrument panel insulator. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement.
  4. Remove the cowl side trim panel. Refer to Cowl Side Trim Panel Replacement .
  5. Disconnect the antenna cable from the antenna extension lead.
  6. Cable is in a harness wrapped in blue tape. Note the routing of the cable.
  7. Remove the antenna base and cable assembly from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1533488 Size: SH
  1. Route the antenna base and cable assembly as noted in the removal.
  2. Connect the antenna cable to the antenna extension lead.
  3. Install the cowl side trim panel. Refer to Cowl Side Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  4. Install the instrument panel insulator. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.

    5. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  5. Tighten the locking nut in order to secure the antenna base to the fender.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 5 N·m (44 lb in).

  6. Install the antenna mast.