How is the antenna held against the roof?
The antenna looks like it is held against the roof by the screw and something like a crush washer, with a rubber seal around the roof penetration (in addition to the seal around the edge of the cover). On my vehicle, I was able to determine that the screw is still tight but the antenna itself is loose and can be rotated right/left.
How did I get my shark fin antenna off the roof?
I was in the garage and trying to turn on the dome light but accidentally pushed the garage door button twice. That lowered the garage door just enough to catch the shark fin antenna, rip the cover off, and slightly dent/scrape the roof. When I tried to put the antenna cover on, again, it did not sit flush with the roof and left out a 1-2mm gap.
How long does it take to replace an antenna on a GMC Acadia?
The antenna replacement steps covered in this “How To” tutorial will be the same or similar on many other vehicles such as a GMC Acadia, Subaru, Ford, Dodge, and many others. Replacing a broken roof-mounted antenna and base is an easy job that can be tackled in approximately half an hour.
How do you remove a roof rail cover?
Using trim stick, carefully remove front and rear roof rail covers. Do not discard rail covers. Store rail covers in poly bag provided in kit. Store in secure area such as glove box along with diagram (Fig. 29) for future use. Insert trim stick between rear end cap and roof rail molding until rear clip disengages.
The antenna looks like it is held against the roof by the screw and something like a crush washer, with a rubber seal around the roof penetration (in addition to the seal around the edge of the cover). On my vehicle, I was able to determine that the screw is still tight but the antenna itself is loose and can be rotated right/left.
How to remove and replace a Hyundai Sonata rooftop antenna?
How to remove and replace a Hyundai Sonata rooftop antenna? The hatch will need to be opened and the trim removed to enable the headliner to be pulled down carefully. Once this is done the fasteners for the antenna can be accessed. To remove the lamp lens the notch has to be located and pryed out.
I was in the garage and trying to turn on the dome light but accidentally pushed the garage door button twice. That lowered the garage door just enough to catch the shark fin antenna, rip the cover off, and slightly dent/scrape the roof. When I tried to put the antenna cover on, again, it did not sit flush with the roof and left out a 1-2mm gap.
When to replace an antenna on a car?
The solution is to check the antenna circuit for faults which might call for a replacement. Alternatively, it could be that the cables running from the antenna are damaged or disconnected. Sometimes the damage is visually obvious. Which is the best way to access a non-powered antenna to remove and replace it?
What to do if your radio clock is not working?
However, if your radio clock or receiver isn’t working, we suggest: 1 If your clock uses batteries, check them and replace if necessary. 2 If you have a desk top unit, try rotating it 90 degrees. 3 Place the clock along a wall or near a window that faces Fort Collins, Colorado.
Is the shark fin antenna waterproof without the cover?
GPS and XM still work but with the cover gasket not actually in contact with the roof, I can twist the antenna and it moves freely enough that I suspect there is no gasket for the hole through the roof. That, or the incident actually broke something. Should I be concerned about water leaking past the antenna and onto the headliner?
Is the WWVB radio controlled clock still working?
Most WWVB radio controlled clocks work great, as evidenced by the hundreds of thousands of units that have been sold throughout the United States. However, if your radio clock or receiver isn’t working, we suggest: If your clock uses batteries, check them and replace if necessary.