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Installation Procedure

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  1. Clean the inside of the back glass with an alcohol wipe.
  2. Dry the glass thoroughly using a lint free cloth.
  3. Apply Glass Adhesion Promoter

    GM P/N 12378555 or (Canadian P/N 88901239) to the back glass in the area where you will install the antenna coupling.

    Follow the Glass Adhesion Promoter instructions on the product label.

    Important: 

    • The RF connections for the inner antenna coupling should run parallel to the defogger gridline.
    • Align the inner and outer antenna couplings.
    • Do not touch the adhesive backing on the antenna coupling.
    Fig 1: Cleaning Inside Of Back Glass With Alcohol Wipe
    G01503446Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. If the exterior coupling is not installed, mark the inner antenna coupling location (A) 92 mm (3.75 in) and (B) 80 mm (3.25 in) with a grease pencil on the exterior surface of the rear window.
  5. Remove the protective film from the adhesive backing on the inner antenna coupling.
  6. Align the inner antenna coupling to the locating marks on the back glass or the exterior coupling.
    Fig 2: Marking Inner Antenna Coupling Location
    G01503447Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Press firmly on all 4 corners and on the center of the antenna inner coupling (2) in order to ensure proper adhesion to the back glass (4).

    Hold pressure on the inner coupling (2) for 10-30 seconds.

  8. Ensure there are not any gaps between the couplings (5, 2) and the back glass (4).
    Fig 3: Identifying Couplings & Back Glass
    G01503448Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Connect the coaxial cable to the inner coupling.
  10. Keep the vehicle dry. Allow 6 to 8 hours, at 15°C (60°F), for the adhesive to cure after installation.
    Fig 4: Connecting Coaxial Cable To Inner Coupling
    G01503449Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.