Radio Antenna Cable Extension Cable Replacement IP

1. Remove the right carpet retainer. Refer to Front Carpet Retainer Replacement in Interior Trim.
2. Remove the right instrument panel (IP) insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
3. Pull back the right side of the carpet in order to gain access to the wiring harness.
4. Disconnect the IP antenna extension cable from the body harness antenna extension cable.



5. Remove the IP compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
6. Remove the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement .
7. Observe the routing of the IP antenna extension cable. Cut off the visible ends of the IP antenna extension cable being replaced:

•	Cut off the radio end of the extension cable.

•	Cut off the end of the cable that connects at the front door hinge pillar. Cut the cable at the location where the cable exits the IP wiring harness, as shown.

1. Install the antenna extension cable as noted before removal.

Important: Ensure that the cable is secured to the harness at least every 150 mm (6 in) to aid in protecting and routing the cable.

2. Use electrical tape in order to secure the extension cable along the outside of the wiring harness.



3. Connect the IP antenna extension cable to the body harness antenna extension cable along the front door hinge pillar.
4. Connect the IP antenna extension cable to the radio. Install the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement .
5. Install the instrument panel (IP) compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
6. Install the right IP insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
7. Install the right carpet.
8. Install the right carpet retainer. Refer to Front Carpet Retainer Replacement in Interior Trim.