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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 1998 🢒 Riviera 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Entertainment 🢒 Power Antenna Assembly Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 507251 Size: SH
  1. Remove the right rear compartment trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Right Side in Body Rear End.
  2. Remove the drain hose (6) from the drain hole.
  3. Disconnect the relay connector (4).
  4. Disconnect the coaxial lead (7).
  5. Remove the antenna ground lead bolt (3).
  6. Remove the antenna bracket bolt (5).
  7. Remove the antenna assembly (2).
  8. Remove the bezel (1) from the quarter panel.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 507251 Size: SH
  1. Install the bezel (1) to the quarter panel.
  2. Install the antenna assembly (2).

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the antenna bracket bolt (5).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the antenna bracket bolt to 7.5 N·m (66 lb in).

  4. Install the antenna ground lead bolt (3).

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the antenna ground lead bolt to 7.5 N·m (66 lb in).

  5. Connect the coaxial lead (7).
  6. Connect the relay connector (4).
  7. Install the drain hose (6) through the drain hole.
  8. Install the rear compartment trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Right Side in Body Rear End.