Removing and installing aerial — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 6E1, 6X1

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• After installing the aerial, ensure that the aerial cable (1) is routed correctly through the hole in the securing nut (2).

📋 Procedure

1. Switch off ignition and all electrical consumers and pull out ignition key.
2. Unclip cover strip from rear of moulded headlining.
3. Unclip left and right D-pillar trim.
4. Carefully lower moulded headlining slightly.
5. Open out foam covering on connectors (arrows) and disconnect the connectors found inside.

6. Remove securing nut (2) and remove aerial.
7. Seat seal exactly in holes (arrows) of aerial base.
8. After installing the aerial, ensure that the aerial cable (1) is routed correctly through the hole in the securing nut (2).
9. Apply contact grease to the inside of the roof in area of serrated washer.

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