Replacing a Power Antenna: Tools

Series Summary

We spend enough time in our cars to merit investing in a new power antenna when the old one goes out. Or even installing a power antenna where one did not exist before in order to improve radio reception. Imagine driving around listening to the same car radio station all the time because a damaged antenna will not pick up any other stations. Or perhaps even worse, depending on what that one station might be, not being able to tune in any radio station at all. Replacing a power antenna is an easy task as far as car repairs go, a job made even easier with these free videos from a professional mechanic. In this free video on car maintenance and repair, mechanic Nathan McCullough demonstrates how to replace the power antenna on a car. He begins by discussing the tools needed for the job, then shows viewers how to access the antenna mount by removing interior panels as well as the antenna bracket. He demonstrates how to disconnect the wires running from the antenna and how to reconnect the wires once the new antenna is in place.

Video Transcript

"Hi, my name is Nate MacCallum, on behalf of Expert Village. In the following clips we're going to talk about some of the common failures with your power antennae and how to remove and replace one. In this clip we're going to talk about the tools required in order to service your power antennae. What I have here are my hand driven tools. I have a Phillips screwdriver, a flat blade screwdriver, and an angle pick. You're going to use these fools for disassembling of the interior of your vehicle in order to gain access to your power antennae. I also have my three-eighths socket wrench and a various assortment of sockets, right here. I also do have with me a cordless screw gun just in case I have a whole bunch of screws to take out. Depending on the make and model of your vehicle the tools will vary some, these are the most common that you will need."