03/03/2020 13:18:43

Antenna - Passive Entry - Front (Remove and Replace)

Correction Code 17451102

Removal

  1. Remove the HEPA filter duct (refer to procedure).
  2. Move the coolant reservoir away from the working area:
    1. Ensure that the reservoir cap is fully secured.
    2. Release the 12V harness clip from the coolant reservoir.
    3. Disconnect the coolant fluid level sensor electrical connector.
    4. Remove the bolts (x4) that secure the coolant reservoir to the front crossmember (torque 6 Nm).
    5. Move the coolant reservoir towards the front of the vehicle.
  3. Remove the screws (x2) that secure the front passive entry antenna to the bottom of the front crossmember.
  4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the passive entry antenna:
    1. Pull the red locking tab away from the connector.
    2. Compress the black tab.
    3. Release the electrical connector.
  5. Use a trim tool to carefully release the passive entry antenna from the bottom of the front crossmember.
  6. Remove the passive entry antenna from the vehicle.

Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

  1. Clean the mounting surface with alcohol wipes.
  2. Apply double sided tape to the passive entry antenna, if necessary.
  3. Loosely install the RH screw that secures the passive entry antenna.
  4. Place the passive entry antenna against the screw so that the notch is flush with the screw.
  5. Pivot the passive entry antenna so that it is in the desired location.
  6. Fully install both screws that secure the passive entry antenna to the front crossmember (torque 3.5 Nm).
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    The following image shows the electrical connector already connected.
  7. Apply firm pressure to the passive entry antenna for at least 15 seconds to ensure that the double sided tape is fully adhered to the front crossmember.
  8. Connect the electrical connector to the passive entry antenna.
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    Remember to push the red locking tab in.