FixVault

Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sierra, 2003 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2003 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the I/P trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT-INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) UPPER .
  2. Remove the antenna mast.
  3. Remove the outboard section of the cowl vent grille panel.
  4. Remove the auxiliary battery, if equipped. Refer to BATTERY REPLACEMENT-AUXILIARY .
  5. Remove the 3 bolts.
  6. Remove the cable grommet from the body.
  7. Disconnect the antenna cable from the extension cable.
  8. Tie a long wire to the antenna cable.
  9. From outside of the vehicle, pull the antenna base and cable assembly until the wire can be easily accessible.

    Ensure part of the wire is still in the vehicle

  10. Remove the wire from the antenna cable.
    Fig 1: Fixed Antenna
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