very poor raido reception
 

I've got a 96 with factory head. It had no antenna, so I replaced it. now the antenna does not go up/down, but I can slide it in and out manually. I don't care for the auto up and down function, just want it to receive radio reception.



when I get in and look at the mechanism, I don't really see how the antenna is hooked to radio. the motor has a three plug, i assume that is power up / power down and ground. I don't see a signal wire headed to the front. I can't see anything hanging not plugged in and don't see a plug that is missing it's connection. I do see a 12 or 15pin laying on the floor in the area but assume it goes to CDchanger or other.

Please advise with pictures, if you can.


I drive 45 min each day, and get sick of the lack of reception (AM specifically)


I did verify it's plugged into back of radio. I don't want to buy a new head, if I don't have too.

Answer
 

There is a coaxial cable attached to the antenna assembly, it may be damaged or not connected.
The antenna case ground must also be intact to reduce static, and for motor function.

Roy@PelicanParts.com

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Yep, both coax and ground are missing. Anyone know where to start looking?


I googled a bit about this, any way to know if the antina is in the fender or built into the back window? I can't tell on my make.

Answer
 

You should climb in there with a strong light and mirror to look around.

It is in the driver rear quarter panel area.

I hope the previous owner did not cut it off, or remove it.

Roy@PelicanParts.com

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