Antenna Disconnect!
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Antenna Disconnect!
I have 1989 Convertible and want to know where the electric hook-up are for the antenna. Mind just won't go down anymore, and since I only use my IPOD what do I need added expensive to replace antenna assembly.
I would appreciate any help, please!
Thank You
I would appreciate any help, please!
Thank You
Drifting
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From: Tomahawk WI
It's possible you have a broken ribbon which is a very cheap fix.
Can you hear the motor running when the antenna should be going down?
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I have a good guess. On the 86, there is a relay under the carpeting to the left(driver's side) of the hatch latch. Maybe it's there on the 89 too.
It's a good idea to disconnect it there while you are waiting to replace the ribbon. No need to burn out the motor.
Steve
Edit: oops, just read you have a vert. Don't worry, a 'vert guy will chime in with the exact location.
Last edited by AZC4Guy; Jun 15, 2008 at 07:49 PM.
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I have a good guess. On the 86, there is a relay under the carpeting to the left(driver's side) of the hatch latch. Maybe it's there on the 89 too.
It's a good idea to disconnect it there while you are waiting to replace the ribbon. No need to burn out the motor.
Steve
Edit: oops, just read you have a vert. Don't worry, a 'vert guy will chime in with the exact location.
It's a good idea to disconnect it there while you are waiting to replace the ribbon. No need to burn out the motor.
Steve
Edit: oops, just read you have a vert. Don't worry, a 'vert guy will chime in with the exact location.
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From: Edmonds WA
I have a good guess. On the 86, there is a relay under the carpeting to the left(driver's side) of the hatch latch. Maybe it's there on the 89 too.
It's a good idea to disconnect it there while you are waiting to replace the ribbon. No need to burn out the motor.
Steve
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It's a good idea to disconnect it there while you are waiting to replace the ribbon. No need to burn out the motor.
Steve
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