Anyone ever remove their power antenna?

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From a 00' Taurus wagon? Something broke inside the motor housing, antenna won't extend. The unit is behind some sheet metal that doesn't appear to be removeable, their appears to be only one bolt holding the unit in place at the bottom, I'm thinking the bezel? at the top on the exterior holds the rest in place. Any thoughts? John Cairns

CJB · Accepted Answer

Why not just buy a replacement mast?  They're pretty inexpensive and easy to install I think.CJB

Shayne · Answer

We had a deer strike last December with our '02...  Deer ran into thedriver's door, taking the mirror, dented the door badly, dented therear passenger door, and broke the antenna.  Every time the radio wasturned off, the antenna tried to retract but couldn't, making the mostannoying noise!  The antenna motor, as you noticed, is placed quiteawkwardly!  You don't have to be a contortionist to remove it, though.Just take a good look, as there's not much holding it in.  It's beenalmost two years now, so the details have faded...  I played aroundand removed it, ended up putting it back in and just disconnected thepower lead.  The body shop swapped it during repairs, as the car isstill financed...

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