{"id":906,"date":"2018-09-12T16:59:37","date_gmt":"2018-09-12T16:59:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jagbits.com\/techbits\/?p=906"},"modified":"2025-04-17T11:06:07","modified_gmt":"2025-04-17T11:06:07","slug":"antenna-mast-and-grommet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jagbits.com\/techbits\/antenna-mast-and-grommet\/","title":{"rendered":"Jaguar XJS and XJ6 Antenna Mast and Grommet Repairs"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Fixing the Antenna Mast and Grommet on 1986+ XJS and 1988+ XJ6 Jaguars<\/h1>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">If your antenna isn\u2019t extending or retracting properly on a 1986 or later Jaguar XJS or a 1988 or later XJ6, don\u2019t worry &#8211; replacing the antenna mast and drive cable assembly is a simple and affordable DIY repair.<\/p>\n<h3>What Goes Wrong<\/h3>\n<p>These models use a plastic drive cable with teeth that mesh with the antenna motor. Over time, the cable or mast can wear out, become sticky, or break off completely. If that happens, the antenna won\u2019t move properly. The good news is, unlike earlier models that required replacing the entire antenna unit, these later models let you swap out just the mast and drive cable.<\/p>\n<h3>What You\u2019ll Need<\/h3>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>Replacement Antenna Mast and Drive Cable Assembly<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>New Rubber Grommet<\/strong> (essential for keeping water out of the trunk)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The rubber grommet seals the antenna mast at the fender. These grommets dry out and crack over time, letting water leak into the trunk area, so it&#8217;s best to replace them whenever you&#8217;re servicing the antenna.<\/p>\n<h3>DIY Steps:<\/h3>\n<ol start=\"1\" data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>Turn on the radio<\/strong> to raise the antenna (if possible). If it\u2019s broken, manually pull it up.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Unbolt the antenna nut<\/strong> at the base and gently remove the old mast.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pull out the old drive cable<\/strong>\u2014you might need to power on the motor briefly to eject it.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Feed the new cable<\/strong> into the motor assembly with the teeth facing the motor gear.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Turn off the ignition or radio<\/strong>, and the motor should pull the cable in and retract the new mast.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Install the new grommet<\/strong> to ensure a weatherproof seal.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tighten everything up<\/strong>, test the antenna, and you\u2019re good to go.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>Part Numbers to Know<\/h3>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jagbits.com\/product\/DBC2200-X.html\"><strong>DBC2200<\/strong><\/a>: Fits 1988\u20131993 XJ6 and 1986\u20131993 XJS models up to VIN 190527<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jagbits.com\/product\/LNA4134AA-X.html\"><strong>LNA4134AA<\/strong><\/a>: Fits 1994\u20131997 models, 1994\u20131996 XJS, and all XJ8 and XK8 models<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can find these parts in our Jaguar Parts Store Catalog. This is a great weekend project that restores function and keeps your car dry\u2014no more trunk leaks or radio static!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fixing the Antenna Mast and Grommet on 1986+ XJS and 1988+ XJ6 Jaguars If your antenna isn\u2019t extending or retracting properly on a 1986 or later Jaguar XJS or a 1988 or later XJ6, don\u2019t worry &#8211; replacing the antenna mast and drive cable assembly is a simple and affordable DIY repair. 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