Honda Accord: AM/FM Antenna Repair
NOTE: To make an effective repair, the broken section must be no longer than one Inch.
1. Lightly rub the area around the broken section (A) with fine steel wool, then clean it with isopropyl alcohol.
2. Carefully mask above and below the broken portion of the window antenna wire (B) with cellophane tape (C).
3. Using a commercially available rear window defogger repair kit, apply a heavy coat of paint (A) extending about 1/8" on both sides of the break. Allow 30 minutes to dry.
4. Check for continuity in the repaired wire.
5. Apply a second coat of paint in the same way. Let it dry 3 hours before removing the tape.
AM/FM Antenna Amplifier
Replacement
1. Remove the C-pillar trim.
• 4-door (see page 20-110)
• 2-door (see page 20-110)
2. Disconnect the connectors (A) from the AM/FM
antenna amplifier (B).
4-Door
2-Door
3. Remove ...
XM Antenna Replacement
1. Remove the headliner (see page 20-140).
2. Remove the nut (A) from the XM antenna (B).
3. Disconnect the connector (C) and remove the XM
antenna.
4. Install the XM antenna in the reverse ...
See also:
Driver's Outer Middle Pad
Removal/Installation
Special Tools Required
KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014*
*Available through the Honda Tool and
Equipment
Program; call 888-424-6857
NOTE:
- Take care not to scratch the dashboard or the related
pa ...
System Check
1. Connect the HDS to the data link connector.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
3. Monitor the SYSTEM CHECK in the IMMOBILIZER INFO with the HDS.
4. If the HDS displays NORMAL N-1,the ...
Outboard Joint Side
1. Wrap the splines on the driveshaft with vinyl tape (A)
to prevent damaging the outboard boot.
2. Install new ear clamp bands (B) and the outboard boot
onto the driveshaft, then remove the viny ...