TrexRunnerGirl
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I'm switching out the power antenna to the fixed antenna. Anyone have a part number for the fixed antenna before I do this?
fixed antenna #
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firemanj92
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mount p/n 86300-35090
antenna P/n 86309-0C020
Before you pull the existing antenna cable out completely, tie a string/wire around it so you can fish/pull the new cable back thru the fender and back to the radio. Takes about 1/2 hour. Turn front wheels out for more clearance too.
Hope this helps -J
antenna P/n 86309-0C020
Before you pull the existing antenna cable out completely, tie a string/wire around it so you can fish/pull the new cable back thru the fender and back to the radio. Takes about 1/2 hour. Turn front wheels out for more clearance too.
Hope this helps -J
TrexRunnerGirl
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Thank you so very much!
spoonsports86
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awesome i too needed the part numbers
TrexRunnerGirl
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Got the parts. Now to find the video and/or write up to switch it out this weekend.
I'm so excited to see if I can do this one solo. Gaining confidence very slowly with fixes.:high5:
I'm so excited to see if I can do this one solo. Gaining confidence very slowly with fixes.:high5:
Team_Jake
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I just did this job a couple weeks ago, pretty straight forward.
This video explains how to do just about every step (just a warning the guy speaking is pretty vulgar)
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=n94ck2tv-iQ
Here are few tips I suggest to make the job a little easier:
- Remove the passenger tire.
- Those plastic wheel well clips are a pain to remove, I find it easiest to just yank on them and break them and replace them with new ones. The dealership will charge an outrageous amount for new ones (over $5 per clip) but you can find them on eBay for next to nothing. Part number 90189-06212.
- When you take the dash apart, remove the glovebox and the panel behind the glovebox so you can get to the clips that hold the antenna cable in place.
- Cut the old cable close to the antenna motor, tape the new cable to that, and pull the old cable from the dash side so that the new cable goes where it should.
- Test the radio before you put the dash back together.
Best of luck!
This video explains how to do just about every step (just a warning the guy speaking is pretty vulgar)
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=n94ck2tv-iQ
Here are few tips I suggest to make the job a little easier:
- Remove the passenger tire.
- Those plastic wheel well clips are a pain to remove, I find it easiest to just yank on them and break them and replace them with new ones. The dealership will charge an outrageous amount for new ones (over $5 per clip) but you can find them on eBay for next to nothing. Part number 90189-06212.
- When you take the dash apart, remove the glovebox and the panel behind the glovebox so you can get to the clips that hold the antenna cable in place.
- Cut the old cable close to the antenna motor, tape the new cable to that, and pull the old cable from the dash side so that the new cable goes where it should.
- Test the radio before you put the dash back together.
Best of luck!
tystaco
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I agree with the tips above. I have done this twice, the first time with help, and the second time solo... not bad.
However, if you were to pull the old line all the way through without attaching a string to it...I think it would be next to impossible to refish the new wire through without tearing the whole dash apart.
However, if you were to pull the old line all the way through without attaching a string to it...I think it would be next to impossible to refish the new wire through without tearing the whole dash apart.
TrexRunnerGirl
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sweet! thanks. I'm sure Friday evening or Saturday morning is going to be interesting for me.
TrexRunnerGirl
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I had to laugh at the video because I think he's funny and just a bit hungover or such. He sounds too much like me - potty mouth and all. LOL:reddance:
ToyotaBrah
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I would be more gentle than just ripping on things like what's shown in that install video. These are plastics you're pulling on, not suspension components.
Good tip I heard from a pro; if you're working on the interior, it's best to do it on a hot day or when the interior is warmed up. That way the plastics are warm and have greater flexibility. In cold weather, there's a greater chance of breaking a plastic clip because they are in a more 'solid' state, if you will.
Also, if you have a 4WD and it's '01+, you can't just unscrew the 4WD selector knob (unless yours is '96-'00) like the video states. There is a small black screw that holds onto it and a wire connector underneath the boot, so be mindful of that when removing the lower shifter surround.
Good tip I heard from a pro; if you're working on the interior, it's best to do it on a hot day or when the interior is warmed up. That way the plastics are warm and have greater flexibility. In cold weather, there's a greater chance of breaking a plastic clip because they are in a more 'solid' state, if you will.
Also, if you have a 4WD and it's '01+, you can't just unscrew the 4WD selector knob (unless yours is '96-'00) like the video states. There is a small black screw that holds onto it and a wire connector underneath the boot, so be mindful of that when removing the lower shifter surround.
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TrexRunnerGirl
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Holy Mother what a pia!! It took me about 4 hours but I got it done and reception is decent.
I don’t have to hear that stupid motor any longer now.
It was difficult because of the fender flares and the black protector stuff. I only need to get 2 of the fasteners. It’s a little wonky but once fasteners are in it should settle back into place.
Thanks for all the help.
I don’t have to hear that stupid motor any longer now.
It was difficult because of the fender flares and the black protector stuff. I only need to get 2 of the fasteners. It’s a little wonky but once fasteners are in it should settle back into place.
Thanks for all the help.
