The SIRIUS antenna needs to have an unobstructed area of 3 inches by 3 inches around it. It is important to mount the antenna where no obstructions will block the an- tenna from receiving the SIRIUS signal. Objects which can obstruct the antenna could be a roof rack, a sunroof, a
Note: Read the DO and DO NOT installation tips beginning on page 28 for additional antenna installation information.
Follow this procedure to mount the antenna:
1.Select an appropriate mounting position for your type of vehicle that has an unob- structed area of 3 inches by 3 inches around the antenna.
2.Attach the Rubber Cover/Tail to the antenna, as shown in Figure 4, and press the antenna cable into the rubber cover/tail. The Rubber Cover/Tail will help to posi- tion the antenna the correct distance from the edge of the roof or trunk lid.
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Rubber Antenna
Cover/Tail
Cable
Magnetic Antenna
Figure 4
3.Clean the surface area of the vehicle where you will be installing the antenna with the alcohol prep pad.
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