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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C2500, 6.0 UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1428 (CELLULAR SYSTEM, ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM, AND NAVIGATION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSRADIO ANTENNA REPLACEMENT
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 U

Radio Antenna Replacement

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 USECTION Radio Antenna Replacement
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Fig 1: View Of Radio Antenna Assembly & Components
GM1697291Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Remove the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement .
  2. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) upper trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel with Windshield Defroster Nozzle Grille Replacement (with RPO SLT) or Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel with Windshield Defroster Nozzle Grille Replacement (without RPO SLT) .
  3. Disconnect the upper intermediate steering shaft. Refer to Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
  4. Remove the 4 I/P bolts to body bolts.
  5. Disconnect the 5 electrical connections on the passenger side.
  6. Pull the passenger side of the I/P back approximately 760 mm (2.5 ft) pivoting on the drivers side. Set on floor or seat.
  7. Remove the 2 screws from the HVAC recirculation door and push door towards the center of the vehicle. Refer to Air Inlet Assembly Replacement .
  8. Disconnect the coaxial cable at the junction.
  9. Insert a shim between the HVAC and side metal approximately 38 mm (1.5 in).
  10. Tape pull wire to the coaxial cable.
1 Radio Antenna Mast
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten:  6 N.m (53 lb in)
2 Air Inlet Grille Outer Cover
3 Radio Antenna Assembly Screw (Qty: 3)

Tighten:  5 N.m (44 lb in)
4 Radio Antenna Assembly
Tip: 
  1. Remove the cable grommet from the body using the screwdriver from top down.
  2. Tie a long wire to the antenna cable to aid in installation of new antenna. Use a screwdriver to guide the cable from the inside.
  3. Tape a long pull wire to the antenna cable to aid in installation of the new antenna. Use a screwdriver to guide the wire from the inside.
  4. Lubricate the grommet to aid in installation.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.