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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 7 other vehicles, including the 2002 GMC Yukon XL, 2002 GMC Yukon, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban, and 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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. Fig 1: Fixed Antenna
    GM370271Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  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.