The antenna has a limit switch, and runs until it senses up or down usually there is a toothed nylon belt or cable, and a chrome mast. The unit is bad, unplug it. You cant just unplug a fuse because it also runs your lighter (the small bunch of wires) you may be able to pull it up by hand, or just replace the mast. Aftermarket is ok, but not an exact fit./ Consider a manual ant, or pay the dealer 100+$$, It is difficult to remove the top nut, let it soak with penetrating oil for a few adys, as the pot metal corrodes.
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AnswerIf the radio works fine with the antenna the way it is. Just remove the smaller wires that power the motor. This will prevent the motor from burning out. Good luck.Yes
An antenna is an electric device that involves two way communication. It converts electricity into radio waves and vice versa.
An antenna is an electric device that involves two way communication. It converts electricity into radio waves and vice versa.
You forgot to mention where your antenna is located; on the fender or is it electric? If I knew that, I could give you an answer; because there 2 antenna options for ford escorts.
Here is a link with detailed informations and step by step pictures on how to change the antenna http://www.carstereohelp.com/stereoremovalToy4Runr2PwrAnt.htm
In my 89 you need to remove the wheel and the inside wheel housing, to get full access to the antenna.
I have a 95 Olds 98 Regency and the attena motor for my car is in the trunk. The motor is located directly under the attena itself. If you pull back the inner trunk covering, you should see the motor.
The stock roof-mounted antenna on the 2005 Toyota Matrix will unscrew from the antenna base that is attached to the roof. If your original antenna has been stolen, you should be able to obtain a replacement antenna and just screw it on the the antenna base that is still attached to the roof of your Matrix.
If you are referring to an electric antenna, there should be a snap-connector to the motor assembly-just remove it.
On a 96 xjs, It is in the trunk on the right side behind the cover the hides the electric antenna; likely to be the same for a 96
*A dealer *Junk or Salvage yard *Autopart stores for aftermarket
Probably nothing, aside from the antenna having an electric charge to it while connected. You might be interested in the wikipedia article on the Tesla Coil.