Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 470

Fig. 94: Exploded View Of GPS/Telematics Antenna 
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GPS/TELEMATICS ANTENNA, REMOVING AND INSTALLING 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Radio, Telephone, Navigation, Trip Computer - New Beetle

  

Removing 

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Unclip rear headliner trim and left/right C-pillar trim 

See PILLARS AND SIDE TRIMS and PILLARS AND SIDE TRIMS (CONVERTIBLE) . 

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Carefully lower headliner at rear slight in order to access antenna cables etc.  

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Unclip cable connections -arrows- from roof and separate connections. 

CAUTION: Before beginning repairs on the electrical system: 

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Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.  

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Switch off all electrical consumers.  

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Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.  

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Radio, Telephone, Navigation, Trip Computer - New Beetle

  

Fig. 95: Removing Cable Connections From Roof
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Remove nut -2- and remove antenna. 

Fig. 96: Removing Antenna Nut 
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Installing 

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following: 

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Ensure gasket is properly oriented in relation to relief areas -arrows- on antenna base 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Radio, Telephone, Navigation, Trip Computer - New Beetle

  

Fig. 97: Installing Gasket On Antenna Base 
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Ensure stress free routing of antenna cables -1- through nut -2-.  

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Apply contact grease in area where nut/serrated washer contacts roof sheet metal. 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Radio, Telephone, Navigation, Trip Computer - New Beetle