Section 352 (Antenna): Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lexus RX 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Auto Antenna Models:
REMOVE ANTENNA ROD

HINT:

Do this operation with the battery negative (-) cable connected to the battery terminal.
1. Turn the ignition switch to "LOCK" position.
2. Remove the antenna nut.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Antenna Nut
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
3. Press the "AM, FM" buttons on the radio receiver, and simultaneously turn the ignition switch to "ACC" position.
  HINT:
  - The rod will extend fully and be released form the motor antenna.
  - After removing the antenna rod, leave the ignition switch as "ACC".
    NOTE: To prevent body damage when the antenna rod is released, hold the rod while it comes out.
    
    Fig 2: Removing Antenna Rod
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Auto Antenna Models:
INSTALL ANTENNA ROD
1. Insert the cable of the rod until it reaches the bottom.
  HINT:
  - When inserting the cable, the teeth on the cable must face toward the rear of the vehicle.
  - Insert the antenna approx. 300 mm (11.8 in.).
    
    Fig 3: Installing Antenna Rod
    Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
2. Wind the cable to retract the rod by turning the ignition switch to "LOCK" position.
  HINT:
  - If the ignition switch is already in "LOCK" position, do step 1 (c) first, then turn the ignition switch to "ACC" position.
  - In case the cable is not wound, twist it, as shown in the illustration.
  - Even if the rod has not retracted fully, install the antenna nut and inspect the antenna rod operation. It will finally retract fully.
3. Inspect the antenna rod operation by pushing the radio wave band select buttons.
  
  Fig 4: Inspecting Antenna Rod
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002