How do I know if my car antenna is working?
TEST 1. Connect one lead from the meter to the tip of the antenna, and the other to the radio pin — the piece at the end of the antenna cable that fits into the radio. The reading should be low, usually under 5 ohms; that means a good electrical connection between the tip of the antenna and the radio pin. TEST 2.
How can I make my car antenna stronger?
5 Ways to Improve Your Car Radio Reception
- Is Your Antenna Mast Extended?
- Check Your Antenna Connections.
- Get a New Antenna.
- Install a Signal Booster.
- Get a new head unit.
Why is my power antenna not going up and down?
If your power radio antenna won’t go up and down anymore, the problem is either a burned-out motor or the geared cable inside the mast. Both are easy DIY fixes. You can do the entire repair in about two hours. The parts run about $25 for a new cable/mast, plus the cost of the special wrench.
What to do if your Mercedes power antenna fails?
Temporary Repair: If you want a reliable working power antenna for your older Mercedes you don’t have to spend big bucks. The Universal Hirschman antenna has proven to be a economical and reliable alternative. The challenge is to get it to connect and fit properly in the trunk side well.
How to fix a bent or corroded power antenna?
Insert the mast back into the antenna and tighten the nut. Unless your mast is bent or corroded you will find it will not want to stay up on its own. This is the tricky part. You will need to lightly squeeze each section of the antenna preferably with some duckbill pliers. If not available use the inside of some needle nose.
How long does it take to fix a car power antenna?
You can do both in about 2 hours, and you’ll avoid the $50 – $100 dealer service fee. You need only one special tool, an antenna wrench. Tilt the bottom of the antenna away from the fender and pull the unit down and out. That will loosen the rubber gasket and break the unit free.