OEM 2001 Ford Explorer Antenna Cable

2001 Ford Explorer Antenna Cable Parts Q&A

• Q: How to service and repair the fixed antenna cable on 2001 Ford Explorer?

  A: A proper repair of the fixed antenna cable requires technicians to first detach the battery ground cable. The radio antenna mast removal starts by raising the deflector up before turning the mast to the counterclockwise direction. Before moving on you must remove the radio antenna base cap and the nut securing it. First detach the front fender apron by disassembling screws and bolts then disconnect the lower antenna mounting screw. The service starts with removing right-hand side trim panel from the cowl area while also removing the audio system. Access the glove compartment door after which you can open its tabs until the door reaches its lowest position and finally free up the antenna lead-in cable locators until the cable reaches the engine area. The last step requires the removal of the antenna base together with the antenna lead-in cable. To mount the installation reverse the steps from disassembly. You should know that battery removal and replacement can trigger strange drive performance because the vehicle reestablishes its adaptive approach during which you must drive the vehicle at least 16 km (10 mi).