Circuit/System Testing

Antenna Coaxial Cable Testing

1. The antenna coax is made up of two parts; a coax between the radio and the radio antenna module, and a coax between the radio antenna module and the antenna, which is part of the vehicle rear glass. Disconnect both coax from the radio, radio antenna module, and rear glass.
   IMPORTANT: For steps 2 - 6, perform the tests on each of the disconnected coax cables.
   • If greater than the specified range, replace the antenna coax.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the antenna coax center terminal and ground.
   • If less than the specified value, replace the antenna coax.
3. Test for less than 5 ohms of resistance on the antenna coax center terminal from end to end.
   • If greater than the specified range, replace the antenna coax.
4. Test for less than 5 ohms of resistance on the antenna coax outer shield from end to end.
   • If greater than the specified range, replace the antenna coax.
5. Test for infinite resistance between the coax center terminal and the outer shield.
   • If less than the specified value, replace the antenna coax.

Rear Glass Antenna Inspection

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the coax from the antenna located at the rear glass.
2. Verify the coax connector at the back glass is properly secured and free of any damage.
   • If damage is found, repair or replace as necessary.
3. Inspect the antenna on the rear glass. Verify all branches of the antenna are intact, with no scratches or other damage.
   • If damage is found, repair or replace as necessary.

Radio Antenna Module Test

1. Inspect the radio antenna module grounding surfaces and the mounting hardware for any corrosion that may cause a poor ground.
   • If corrosion is noted, clean the grounding surfaces or hardware.
2. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the radio antenna module.
3. Radio ON, test for B+ between the signal circuit terminal 1 and ground.
   • If less than the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the radio.
4. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the radio antenna module.