How do you remove the power antenna on a Hyundai accent 1998?

Answer 1

Answer

1998 MY (model year) Accent vehicle do not have a power antenna. Antenna mast should simply unscrew from mount.

Step 1

Activate the antenna switch to the up position.(turn on radio)

Step 2

Using the wrench or needle-nose pliers, loosen and remove the original retaining nut on the base of the antenna mast.

Step 3

Gain access to the underside of the area where the antenna is located.

Step 4

Remove the bracket or brace that is below the hole and holding the antenna in place.

Step 5

Remove the mast.

Step 6

Find the motor that controls the antenna mast. Generally, power antennas will have a constant 12-volt lead and a ground lead. The ground lead will be grounded to the panel next to the motor.

Step 7

Remove the ground lead from the panel.

Step 8

Pull out the antenna coaxial cable.

Step 9

Unplug the coaxial from the extension coaxial cable.

Step 10

Remove the original antenna coaxial cable. Note the route the cable follows.

Hope it helps