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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2006 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the rear upper quarter trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Upper (Impala) or Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Upper (Monte Carlo) in Interior Trim.
  2. Disconnect the antenna cable from the radio antenna module.
  3. Fig 1: Antenna Cable
    GM552309Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Seat Cushion Replacement - Rear (Impala) or Seat Cushion Replacement - Rear (Monte Carlo) in Seats.
  5. Remove the rear seat back. Refer to Seat Back Replacement - Rear (Impala) or Seat Back Replacement - Rear (Monte Carlo) in Seats.
  6. Fig 2: Antenna Extension Cable
    GM456352Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the left carpet retainers. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement - Front (Impala) or Carpet Retainer Replacement - Front (Monte Carlo) in Interior Trim.
  8. Remove the lower center pillar trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Lower Center Pillar in Interior Trim.
  9. Adjust the carpet for access to the antenna cable as required.
  10. Disconnect the antenna cable from the antenna extension cable.
  11. Cut off the visible end of the antenna cable from the wiring harness in the following locations:
    • The kick panel area
    • The rear shelf area