1996 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner's Manual - Page 155
1996 Pontiac Grand Prix Manual
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ntenna R/l are Your power antenna will look its best and work well if it's cleanedfrom time to time. To clean the antenna mast: I NOTICE: Before entering an automatic car wash, turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down. This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged, If the antenna does not go down when you turn the radio off, it may be damaged or need to be cleaned.In either case, lowerthe antenna by hand by carefully pressingthe antenna down. , 1. Turn on'the ignition and radioto raise the antenna. 2. Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spiritsor an equivalent solvent. 3. Wipe the cloth over the mast sections, removing any dirt. 4. Wipe dry with a clean cloth. 5. Make the antenna go up and down by tuming the radio or ignition off and on. 6. Repeat if necessary. If the mast portion of your antenna is damaged, you can easily replace it. See your dealer for a replacement kit and follow the instructions in the kit. I NOTICE: I Don't lubricate the power antenna. Lubrication could damage it. ,