Power antennae question

[Getsum]

1994 with power antennae, my motor works but the antenne itself is broke off; do they come separate or do I have to change the whole unit out?

Anyone have a spare antennae to sell?

Thanks

 

[fourwd1]

The telescoping antenna part is replaceable.

 

[Bonus]

I have the same problem. I have also heard that even though my Haines manual does not say to do this, but that you have to remove the fender or the wheel well to replace the antenna. Is that true?

 

[Getsum]

I have the same problem. I have also heard that even though my Haines manual does not say to do this, but that you have to remove the fender or the wheel well to replace the antenna. Is that true?

Here are the replacement procedures. I found out that our local library has the Auto Repair Refference Center (ARRC) database that I can access from home...this thing has ALL cars and the repair procedures!

If your antenna mast is the type where you can unscrew the mast from the fender, simply do so with a pair of pliers. Most damaged antennas are simply the result of a truck wash or similar mishap, in which the mast is bent.

Manual Antenna
Disconnect the antenna cable at the radio by pulling it straight out of the set. Depending on access, this may require loosening the radio and pulling it out of the dash.
Working under the instrument panel, disengage the cable from its retainers.
NOTE: On some models, it may be necessary to remove the instrument panel pad to get at the cable.


Outside, unsnap the cap from the antenna base.
Remove the screw(s) and lift off the antenna, pulling the cable with it, carefully.
When reinstalling, make certain the antenna mount area is clean and free of rust and dirt. The antenna must make a proper ground contact through its base to work properly.
Install the screws and route the cable into the cab. Make certain the cable is retained in the clips, etc.
Connect the cable to the radio; reinstall the radio if it was removed.
Power Antenna Mast
NOTE: The power antenna system contains a relay. If the power antenna is inoperative, the relay is the first place to look. The actual motor rarely fails.

The power antenna mast is replaceable on the Pick-Up and 4Runners. If the mast is damaged or broken, proceed as follows:

Perform this repair with the battery cables connected. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
Remove the antenna nut.
If equipped with a CD player, press the AM and FM buttons on the receiver and simultaneously turn the ignition switch to ACC.
For non-CD player units, press the AM button and simultaneously turn the ignition switch to ACC.
The antenna motor will run, unwinding the mast from the spool. have an assistant guide the mast so it doesn't fall and damage the bodywork. When fully extended, the mast will be released. Remove it, and leave the ignition in the ACC position.
To install:

Insert the new cable so that the teeth face the rear of the vehicle. Feed the cable into the motor until the cable reaches the bottom, about 12 in. (30cm).
Have an assistant ready and prepared to guide the cable. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK. The motor will run, winding the cable onto the spool and drawing the antenna down into the mount.
If the cable does not wind, twist the cable at the top of the housing; the part at the bottom may have turned while being pushed down the hole.
Once wound onto the spool, install the antenna nut even if the antenna is not fully retracted. Test the antenna elevation and retraction; the mast will eventually retract fully.

 

[fourwd1]

I have the same problem. I have also heard that even though my Haines manual does not say to do this, but that you have to remove the fender or the wheel well to replace the antenna. Is that true?

No, just the plastic wheel well liner.

 

[Getsum]

I just got a new mast off of E-Bay for $23 including shipping. I know my motor still works because I can hear it cycling through when I turn the key off and on.

 

[andyk5]

I have the same issue, so what about if we wanted to get rid of the power antenna completly and replace the whole unit with a short stubby non moving aftermarket one. Does that mean I should pull everything out, motor relay etc?

 

[Savage]

On the second gen the cable is not attached to the whip or its strip gear, it is attached to the antenna housing unit within the inner fender. All you need to do is remove the top retaining ring with a screwdriver and small mallet, turn the radio on and let it feed out whats inside. Take the replacement whip and strip gear and feed it down till it stops, then turn the radio off. It may take a couple small adjustments moving the strip until the teeth catch it and pull it down. When the ant. is down replace the retaining ring and enjoy static free reception. It is handy to have someone to operate the radio while you hold the new whip steady as it starts feeding in of course...Japanese made factory replacement runs around 40.00.

 

[Foureigner]

antenna

check this link:

Toyota 4 Runner Power Antenna Mast - Power Antenna

good luck.

 

[4x4runrfan]

Does anyone know which wire (off of the harness behind the radio) is for the power antenna?

 

[FirstGenRunner]

Along the same lines

I'm feeling really slow here, and have even debating posting this question...So I've read through all the posts in this forum and have found a good amount dealing with the power antenna for a second gen runner. But was unable to find anything for a first gen power antenna. I thought it would have been the same but it doesn't seem so. The plastic strip doesn't have teeth like the other postings have said. This was a great posting: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/classic-t4rs/8838-power-antenna-fix-pics.html but doesn't seem to help out. So the one thing I seem to be stuck on is how to get the mast out of the motor housing. I just don't see it. The new antenna makes it look like it should just slide down into it. The antenna that's still stuck in the housing is snapped a few cm above the motor housing. There's what looks like a black rubber donut on top of this housing around the actual mast. I am assuming that once this is off, the mast will slide out. I don't know how to get this part off, and don't want to force it. Is this threaded? It doesn't seem to turn. Is is just pressed in there? Any help is really appreciated. Thank you.