Q: How to replace the cellular and navigation antenna assembly on Cadillac XLR?
A: The process of replacing a cellular and navigation Antenna assembly starts with the removal of windshield garnish molding. After grasping the Antenna assembly at the windshield you can begin by sliding it towards the vehicle's passenger side to remove the retaining clips from the windshield bracket. Lower down the Antenna coaxial cable from its position on the windshield header while you disconnect the coaxial leads from the Antenna Base and then remove the Antenna from the vehicle. Both installation and Antenna placement begin with attaching the assembly to the windshield before establishing connections between the Antenna and coaxial leads. Start by routing the Antenna coaxial cable along the windshield header before aligning the Antenna assembly with windshield bracket retainers and pushing the assembly toward the vehicle's driver side until the retainers lock in position. After installation remove the windshield garnish molding.
Q: How to Replace a Global Positioning System Antenna for Cellular Communications/Digital Radio on Cadillac SRX?
A: The replacement process for the global positioning system Antenna for cellular communications/digital radio requires access through the headliner but paint or clear coat application on the Antenna should be avoided because it will reduce performance and degrade signal reception. Handle the headliner with care because bending it excessively might lead to damaging it. The Antenna Base needs its cables detached before you remove the bolt along with its sleeve to free the Antenna Base from the roof. The installation process requires you to position the Antenna Base over the roof opening before installing the expansion sleeve along with the bolt. Tighten the nut to 6 n.m (53 lb in). Reinstall the headliner once you connect the Antenna cables.
Q: How to replace the digital radio antenna on Cadillac CTS?
A: To replace your digital radio antenna, start by removing the sail rear panels while making sure that you do not paint or use clear coat on your XM band radio antenna as it may harm the functioning and can cause poor reception. Carefully take down the rear of the headliner but do not bend too much as it may cause damage. Pull out the foaming tape from the antenna cable connection and disconnect the digital radio antenna connectors. Next, pull off the expansion sleeve and the antenna bolt. Grab the retainer on antenna shaft near the base with a pair of pliers and squeeze; note that, if this retainer is broken or damaged, the anten will work fine and be able to be reused. Take down the digital radio antenna and place the new one secured onto the roof. Route the wire pigtails through the slot of antenna shaft and install the antenna expansion sleeve and bolt and torpoly the bolt to 6 N.m (53 lb in). Interconnect the antenna connectors and wrap with foam tape. Mount the antenna cable connection through the AM/FM antenna module and domestically attach the antenna cable hold down clips. Aligns the head liner with the roof panel and reinstalled rear sail panels.