Michael W, as someone who completed his entire panel-beating apprenticeship at a Honda dealership down here in Melbourne, Australia from '92-'97, I wish that I had a dollar for every Honda antenna mast that I had to replace during those years!! And I just wanted to say that you did a great job with this D-I-Y video, keeping it succinct (unlike me here!) with the text guide & including all of the necessary information for "newbies" re: these types of automotive tasks without scaring them away from doing it themselves & letting the Honda dealerships rip them off for what is essentially an easy job.You made this video in your own time & then uploaded it for the benefit of others for no personal financial gain whatsoever. And for quite sometime after uploading it 5 years ago, you even replied to all of the questions that people in need of extra information asked you - absolute quality mate, respect for that too!
Just wanted to say that I was a bit worried about trying this myself however I simply went to Auto Zone bought a universal antenna mast kit. It cost me 22$ and I followed the instructions on the back of the package and I now have a working antenna again. I did have a bit of a problem getting the old mast out because it was broken off inside the shaft that it retracts into but once I was able to grab onto the old part it just took a slow firm tug to remove it fully and then it took a few trys to get the teeth to grab onto the gears but once it did it worked just as the package said it would. Piece of cake!! Oh by the way I used a set of hemostats to reach and grab onto the old antenna mast. Worked way better than trying to fish it out with a screwdriver, etc. It took a few try's to get a good hold on it but then it came right out. Good luck everyone and don't be scared to try. Happy Hondaing
Thanks. My antenna was making a grinding (stripped gear-like noise)I got it out and cleaned it up. it would not suck back in so I think the plastic cord was probably too worn down. I kept trying and finally in my futile attempts to reinsert the old one it snapped. Found a replacement online and now after seeing your video, am sure it will be pretty easy to insert it once it comes.
Thanks for this video, I need to replace the on on my DC4 and was about to buy a whole new power antenna assembly. The motor still runs, I can hear it. Now I know all I need is a new mast and its THAT easy!
Thank you so much for the guide on how to do this! This video was invaluable to me replacing the power antenna on my 1993 Acura Integra LS. NOTE: I had broken pieces of antenna and track in my motor, so I had to completely remove it and remove metal cover on it that let me get to the rest of the antenna pieces. Wasn't as bad as I thought it would be =) The only PITA was removing trunk plastics. Be careful, don't snap your tabs!
Glad u liked the vid, hmm sounds like parts of ur mast have corroded to the top of the antenna tube (very common), the gears of the antenna motor are just skipping the teeth on the mast and thats why you can hear the clicking. Its very difficult to break the rust bond so just be forceful and rip the old mast out. Hope that helps
Also, a couple of quick suggestions for anyone when removing the silver, metal top nut of the aerial assembly base, which may save you a great deal of exasperation DURING the task & money for paintwork repairs AFTER the task! FIRST, tape the paintwork of the quarter panel (around the black plastic base of the aerial - maybe 5"/12.5 cm's outward from the base, including over the black base) with a couple of layers of masking tape (or even low-adhesive duct tape - or something similar that won't damage your paintwork when you remove it - if you have no masking tape on hand) to protect it from inflicting some serious scratches upon the paint, just in case you slip. And SECOND, rather than using a solitary blade screwdriver to remove the silver metal top nut from only the one grooved section (especially if it's never been removed before, & thus it's not only super-tight from the production line but has become even tougher to remove due to age), I would heavily suggest using a pair of bent long nose pliers which have small enough tips to fit within the 2 countersunk sections of the nut. That way, you are getting the extra power from "attacking" the nut from 2 opposite points with a tool that also offers extra control with its handles & you are therefore far less likely to slip, which can damage the top nut, the plastic base or worst of all, your paintwork. These pliers can be found very cheap on eBay & are a very handy tool to own for a number of other tasks.
I have a toyota camry and the antenna extends then makes a loud grinding noise. Are the teeth on the mast strip causing the noise and I just need to replace the mast like you did?
Thanks for the video. As it happened, I needed to get into the motor to retrieve the broken end. My antenna is once again functioning as it should- silently.
very helpful, I figured remove that silver nut, but the feeding technique helped wonders. also, they sell antenna wrenches (easier than using just a flathead, and paint safe), I got mine from Northern for $15, but they can be found online for
@betrapvideos hi, your going to have to go into your boot/trunk area, pull back the fabric and lining to get access to the antenna motor. U have to remove the antenna motor itself and open it up to remove the piece of cable. there will be a small nut at the bottom of the motor, unscew it and remove the motor...once u get it out u need to remove a few screws on the face of the motor so you can take the plastic plate off and gain access to stuck cable..it sounds more complicated than it is, gluck
Before you replaced it with a new antenna, was it making a loud grinding noise? And can i get just those parts at any auto store? Helpful vid btw thanks!
Im not sure about mitsubishi, i only know its standard for the teeth to face the rear on hondas...here's what you can do, when your removing the old antenna take a look at what direction the teeth are facing as your pulling it out, hope that helps
This is a helpful video....but was wondering is where do I find this piece without having to order the whole housing? Or is this the technical term for the item?
if you hear your motor running but the antenna doesnt move at all, more than likley the antenna cable (the white toothed cable) has broken off the antenna mast and is stuck in the motor, if thats the case ,you need to remove the motor from the car, open it up and get the broken cable out, but its a little more complicated than it sounds. hope that helps
the piece is called an "antenna mast", you might be able to buy it from your dealer, honda does sell replacement masts but other manufacturers only sell the full assembly, try ebay, they sell masts for all types of cars.
well it depends on what car youve got. 1st remove the antenna nut then try get the old mast out , next, go into your boot area and remove/pull back the trim covering the motor until you can see the antenna motor, on the bottom of the motor there will be a nut or bracket, remove that nut, unplug all wires/cables that are attatched to the motor, then slowly take it out, installing the new one is reverse of removal
Thanks for the video, really needed the info on how to do this before i broke something. Would you have any idea where i would be able to purchase a spare antenna for my Honda?
Turn your radio on, wait till the motor stops, then grip the actual antenna mast and try pulling it out (it doesnt matter if the antenna doesnt fully extended) in older cars, a small part of the antenna known as the retaining sleeve (u can see me push it down into the hole at 2.24) gets stuck in the hole and makes the job of removing the old antenna seem imossible no matter how hard u try. its a very common prob. the key here is to be forceful
@acccord I like the layout of your videos!(: Where would i be ble to get that white strip that you said wears out? I just got a 94accord lx and im trying to fix even the little things in it. This would be the same to fix mine with right?
Okay, I followed all you steps...I gave a 1990 Maxima by the way....once I got to the part were I had someone turn on the radio and I pull the antenna out, the white tooth cord thing never came out with it and is still stuck in there because only 1/5 of it is still connected to the antenna...and there is still a loud grinding noise when I turn the radio on and off, even with the antenna out...I NEED YOUR HELP!
Hey, i was just wondering if i were to remove the antenna and not replace it with a new one, would this have some sort of side effect..seeing as though i don't actually listen to the radio while driving?
I need help, I have a 1990 Maxima, and my antenna stopped working over a year ago, I hear the motor but the antenna doenst move, okay i was cool with that, I got my car painted and now it makes a LOUD hidious screaching noise, and I want it fixed ! but im scared Lol...but please help, idk if i should pull like you said or should i can i do something like disconnecting the motor instead so i wouldnt have to hear the noise anymore and the antenna just stay up?
Yeah mate exactly the same. The Mast and motor used in the 4th gen prelude is exactly the same as the one used in the 90-97 accord...ariels just on the opposite side thats all
I picked up a stubby antenna from a website. Can I use that instead of a retractable one? Are there any special cables or other things needed for it to work?
does this also work if my antennae broke and is stuck in the fully extended position? i'm not quite sure if it's the motor or the mast itself. i hear the motor running when i turn off the radio. but my antennae doesn't retract. what do i do?
I DID ALL OF YOUR STEPS BUT ONCE I HAD pulled the antenna out, the toothed cord never came out with it and I believe it's still stuck in the motor, how can I get it out...or just I just go ahead and feed the new antenna with the old cord stuck in there?
The antenna on my Integra stays up and won't retract even with the car turned off. I can hear the antenna motor make noises when I turn the radio on or off, like it's trying to extend or retract the antenna. Would this probably solve the issue I have? Thanks.
Ok, so what if my radio also got stolen? Is it possible to replace the antenna without turning the radio on and off? I really don't enjoy the distraction of the old one flapping around behind me while I drive...
I've been yanking at my UKDM integra's antena for HOURS trying to get the thing to budge, just aint having it :( it looked like you barely pulled on yours or was that pre-setup? how hard are you talking to pull the dam thing out? and i mean i've been going to town on that bloody thing! will not come out! WD40 and everything...
If the plastic teeth rope is broken at the bottom and stuck inside the drum, you will have to remove the motor unit, open it up and then remove the stuck piece before inserting a new mast.
Michael W, as someone who completed his entire panel-beating apprenticeship at a Honda dealership down here in Melbourne, Australia from '92-'97, I wish that I had a dollar for every Honda antenna mast that I had to replace during those years!! And I just wanted to say that you did a great job with this D-I-Y video, keeping it succinct (unlike me here!) with the text guide & including all of the necessary information for "newbies" re: these types of automotive tasks without scaring them away from doing it themselves & letting the Honda dealerships rip them off for what is essentially an easy job.You made this video in your own time & then uploaded it for the benefit of others for no personal financial gain whatsoever. And for quite sometime after uploading it 5 years ago, you even replied to all of the questions that people in need of extra information asked you - absolute quality mate, respect for that too!
Just wanted to say that I was a bit worried about trying this myself however I simply went to Auto Zone bought a universal antenna mast kit. It cost me 22$ and I followed the instructions on the back of the package and I now have a working antenna again. I did have a bit of a problem getting the old mast out because it was broken off inside the shaft that it retracts into but once I was able to grab onto the old part it just took a slow firm tug to remove it fully and then it took a few trys to get the teeth to grab onto the gears but once it did it worked just as the package said it would. Piece of cake!! Oh by the way I used a set of hemostats to reach and grab onto the old antenna mast. Worked way better than trying to fish it out with a screwdriver, etc. It took a few try's to get a good hold on it but then it came right out. Good luck everyone and don't be scared to try. Happy Hondaing
Thanks. My antenna was making a grinding (stripped gear-like noise)I got it out and cleaned it up. it would not suck back in so I think the plastic cord was probably too worn down. I kept trying and finally in my futile attempts to reinsert the old one it snapped. Found a replacement online and now after seeing your video, am sure it will be pretty easy to insert it once it comes.
Thanks for this video, I need to replace the on on my DC4 and was about to buy a whole new power antenna assembly. The motor still runs, I can hear it. Now I know all I need is a new mast and its THAT easy!
Thank you so much for the guide on how to do this! This video was invaluable to me replacing the power antenna on my 1993 Acura Integra LS. NOTE: I had broken pieces of antenna and track in my motor, so I had to completely remove it and remove metal cover on it that let me get to the rest of the antenna pieces. Wasn't as bad as I thought it would be =) The only PITA was removing trunk plastics. Be careful, don't snap your tabs!
Glad u liked the vid, hmm sounds like parts of ur mast have corroded to the top of the antenna tube (very common), the gears of the antenna motor are just skipping the teeth on the mast and thats why you can hear the clicking. Its very difficult to break the rust bond so just be forceful and rip the old mast out. Hope that helps
Also, a couple of quick suggestions for anyone when removing the silver, metal top nut of the aerial assembly base, which may save you a great deal of exasperation DURING the task & money for paintwork repairs AFTER the task! FIRST, tape the paintwork of the quarter panel (around the black plastic base of the aerial - maybe 5"/12.5 cm's outward from the base, including over the black base) with a couple of layers of masking tape (or even low-adhesive duct tape - or something similar that won't damage your paintwork when you remove it - if you have no masking tape on hand) to protect it from inflicting some serious scratches upon the paint, just in case you slip. And SECOND, rather than using a solitary blade screwdriver to remove the silver metal top nut from only the one grooved section (especially if it's never been removed before, & thus it's not only super-tight from the production line but has become even tougher to remove due to age), I would heavily suggest using a pair of bent long nose pliers which have small enough tips to fit within the 2 countersunk sections of the nut. That way, you are getting the extra power from "attacking" the nut from 2 opposite points with a tool that also offers extra control with its handles & you are therefore far less likely to slip, which can damage the top nut, the plastic base or worst of all, your paintwork. These pliers can be found very cheap on eBay & are a very handy tool to own for a number of other tasks.
Broooo thank you so much for this I was freaking out cus I broke my antenna
I have a toyota camry and the antenna extends then makes a loud grinding noise. Are the teeth on the mast strip causing the noise and I just need to replace the mast like you did?
Thanks for the video. As it happened, I needed to get into the motor to retrieve the broken end. My antenna is once again functioning as it should- silently.
Vary nice worke my fren.. It helping me to solf my problem..
Thank you!!!!....... I can't wait till I attempt this process! It appears very do-able!!
very helpful, I figured remove that silver nut, but the feeding technique helped wonders.
also, they sell antenna wrenches (easier than using just a flathead, and paint safe), I got mine from Northern for $15, but they can be found online for
@betrapvideos hi, your going to have to go into your boot/trunk area, pull back the fabric and lining to get access to the antenna motor. U have to remove the antenna motor itself and open it up to remove the piece of cable. there will be a small nut at the bottom of the motor, unscew it and remove the motor...once u get it out u need to remove a few screws on the face of the motor so you can take the plastic plate off and gain access to stuck cable..it sounds more complicated than it is, gluck
Before you replaced it with a new antenna, was it making a loud grinding noise? And can i get just those parts at any auto store? Helpful vid btw thanks!
Im not sure about mitsubishi, i only know its standard for the teeth to face the rear on hondas...here's what you can do, when your removing the old antenna take a look at what direction the teeth are facing as your pulling it out, hope that helps
Great video! Thanks for posting!
Thank you so much! This totally helped with my Celica!
i used a wrench to loosen the nut i didnt scratch anything and i found it a bit easier and safer than the screwdriver
thank u for this video. Takes the guess work out of it for me.
This is a helpful video....but was wondering is where do I find this piece without having to order the whole housing? Or is this the technical term for the item?
if you hear your motor running but the antenna doesnt move at all, more than likley the antenna cable (the white toothed cable) has broken off the antenna mast and is stuck in the motor, if thats the case ,you need to remove the motor from the car, open it up and get the broken cable out, but its a little more complicated than it sounds. hope that helps
Great DIY video! Thank you!
the piece is called an "antenna mast", you might be able to buy it from your dealer, honda does sell replacement masts but other manufacturers only sell the full assembly, try ebay, they sell masts for all types of cars.
Excellent advice. The other people that post a comment need to know is only to post comments not ask questions, duh...haha
well it depends on what car youve got. 1st remove the antenna nut then try get the old mast out , next, go into your boot area and remove/pull back the trim covering the motor until you can see the antenna motor, on the bottom of the motor there will be a nut or bracket, remove that nut, unplug all wires/cables that are attatched to the motor, then slowly take it out, installing the new one is reverse of removal
Thanks for the video, really needed the info on how to do this before i broke something. Would you have any idea where i would be able to purchase a spare antenna for my Honda?
Thanks! Worked perfectly!
Turn your radio on, wait till the motor stops, then grip the actual antenna mast and try pulling it out (it doesnt matter if the antenna doesnt fully extended) in older cars, a small part of the antenna known as the retaining sleeve (u can see me push it down into the hole at 2.24) gets stuck in the hole and makes the job of removing the old antenna seem imossible no matter how hard u try. its a very common prob. the key here is to be forceful
Thank you, your video helped me
@acccord I like the layout of your videos!(: Where would i be ble to get that white strip that you said wears out? I just got a 94accord lx and im trying to fix even the little things in it. This would be the same to fix mine with right?
Hi sir I have a 1991 Honda Accord wagon ex my power antenna is on the left quarter panel I have a after market radio did yours have a factory radio
Very well done. Thank you!
I was wondering if you could blow out the candle you're using for light because I can almost see what's going on!
The Aluminum Shaft of my old antenna stuck in the antenna base. Any easy ways of getting that out?
Okay, I followed all you steps...I gave a 1990 Maxima by the way....once I got to the part were I had someone turn on the radio and I pull the antenna out, the white tooth cord thing never came out with it and is still stuck in there because only 1/5 of it is still connected to the antenna...and there is still a loud grinding noise when I turn the radio on and off, even with the antenna out...I NEED YOUR HELP!
so easy! thanks
Hey, i was just wondering if i were to remove the antenna and not replace it with a new one, would this have some sort of side effect..seeing as though i don't actually listen to the radio while driving?
How did you remove the mounting nut? You said with a small flathead, does it come off or does it thread off it what?
I need help, I have a 1990 Maxima, and my antenna stopped working over a year ago, I hear the motor but the antenna doenst move, okay i was cool with that, I got my car painted and now it makes a LOUD hidious screaching noise, and I want it fixed ! but im scared Lol...but please help, idk if i should pull like you said or should i can i do something like disconnecting the motor instead so i wouldnt have to hear the noise anymore and the antenna just stay up?
thanks for the video !
Yeah mate exactly the same. The Mast and motor used in the 4th gen prelude is exactly the same as the one used in the 90-97 accord...ariels just on the opposite side thats all
hey im trying to get a smaller carbon fiber antenna like a modern one that is shorter , do I still follow the same steps or is it different?
I picked up a stubby antenna from a website. Can I use that instead of a retractable one? Are there any special cables or other things needed for it to work?
where did you buy your mast at?
Where did you pick up the new antenna? The car-wash ate mine
does this also work if my antennae broke and is stuck in the fully extended position? i'm not quite sure if it's the motor or the mast itself. i hear the motor running when i turn off the radio. but my antennae doesn't retract. what do i do?
I DID ALL OF YOUR STEPS BUT ONCE I HAD pulled the antenna out, the toothed cord never came out with it and I believe it's still stuck in the motor, how can I get it out...or just I just go ahead and feed the new antenna with the old cord stuck in there?
What if the plastic teeth track is broken, how do I get that out..?1996 Lexus es300
The antenna on my Integra stays up and won't retract even with the car turned off. I can hear the antenna motor make noises when I turn the radio on or off, like it's trying to extend or retract the antenna. Would this probably solve the issue I have? Thanks.
Ok, so what if my radio also got stolen? Is it possible to replace the antenna without turning the radio on and off? I really don't enjoy the distraction of the old one flapping around behind me while I drive...
I believe the seradded cord is stuck in the motor from the old antenna, how do I get this out?
would it be the same for a 1995 acura integra ls ?
hi. my antenna dont come up or make any sound. could be the fuse? were is it? brgds. previois owner said he disconected the antenna
Where did you find a replacement? I've been looking for the "teeth" but haven't had any luck :/
but what if i have an extra full antennae/motor. how do i remvoe the whole previous one?
Do you know what size the nut is to remove the motor?
I've been yanking at my UKDM integra's antena for HOURS trying to get the thing to budge, just aint having it :( it looked like you barely pulled on yours or was that pre-setup? how hard are you talking to pull the dam thing out?
and i mean i've been going to town on that bloody thing! will not come out! WD40 and everything...
thanks for watchin!
How do I shut off an antenna motor?
hey i have a ? my antenna got broken off and im trying to do what you did and it dosnt work the antenna is stuck in the car
If the plastic teeth rope is broken at the bottom and stuck inside the drum, you will have to remove the motor unit, open it up and then remove the stuck piece before inserting a new mast.
What about a 2000 integra? there isn't a nut at the top just a rubber thing
Problems with car stereo coming on in 2003 honda accord
e-Bay has them..
Usually $12.99 US.
thanks mate u too
hey how do i pull that antena off from my car? i try so many time bu couldnt do it!!!
yeah just disconnect the motor. Go into your boot area, pull the trim back, locate the motor, and simply uplug the connector
yes replace the mast first, that should solve the problem- otherwise its your motor thats worn
My cable teeth had to face forward on my Honda Civic. So watch how the teeth on the cable face when you remove it.
thanks
I thought that it not going in all the way was normal on my grandmother's Concorde.
hey i got a DC4 Integra and it was too easy for me.
Really easy unless you bought a cheap Honda Del Slo
@guacareada not everyone has a new car
Thx, helped a tiny bit but dude your video is way too dark!!
James B I was thinking the same thing
Nice hands.
Lighting
2 dark
eBay
Use your muscle! lol
Thanks a lot for the vid.