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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 GMC Canyon and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the right front door sill plate. Refer to Door Sill Plate Replacement - Front in Interior Trim.
  2. Remove the right hinge pillar trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Left Hinge Pillar in Interior Trim.
  3. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) compartment door. Refer to Door Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Compartment in Instrument Panel Gages and Console.
  4. Fig 1: View Of Radio Antenna Cable
    GM1363155Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Disconnect the radio antenna cable (1) from the extension cable.
  6. Remove the grommet from the hinge pillar in an outbound direction.
  7. Attach a mechanics wire to the to the antenna cable (1).
  8. Remove the antenna mast. Refer to Fixed Antenna Mast Replacement .
  9. Fig 2: View Of Antenna Base & Screws
    GM1338048Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the screws retaining the antenna base.
  11. Fig 3: View Of Grommet & Cable
    GM1358256Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the grommet (1) and cable from the routing hole.
  13. Remove the antenna cable from the vehicle.
  14. Leave the mechanics wire in place for assembly purposes.