4runner Antenna

my 1999 4runner's antenna makes a loud grinding sound and does not go down. what part is broken? can I fix it? where can I buy cheap parts? if I can't fix it, what is the best place to get it fixed (besides toyota)?

you can't fix it. you could get a great antenna from Car Quest Autoparts. My dad's a mechanic and buys almost all his parts from there.

2007-06-03 16:16:44 by plm2879

On May 7th, 2000, my #39;98 Toyota 4Runner was struck by lightning while I was filming. The lightning strike instantly vaporized the two-meter ...

I recently removed the OEM stereo out of my 4runner for an aftermarket stereo. The original stereo had 2 antenna leads plugged in, a regular one and a smaller antenna lead. where does that lead go? or what does that lead do? I am not getting all my stations so i hope this is the problem, not the stereo or the antenna itself.
It's a power antenna.

Your vehicle has FM diversity antennas which means that it actually has 2 antennas and the stock head unit simply switches between them as you drive to pick the one with the strongest/cleanest signal. The lead you plugged into your aftermarket head unit was the main antenna and the other one is the auxiliary one. Since your new head unit doesn't support diversity reception just take the extra lead and tuck it back out of the way and don't worry about it.

2009-02-05 17:50:57 by shinobi_jak

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My power antenna just went out, and I want to disconnect the motor so it doesn't grind when trying to extend or retract itself. It's loud and annoying. I'm fine with the antenna extended all of the time. Please send me a note or something if you know how to make the motor stop running.

There is an electrical plug at the base of the antenna. On your car it is accessible behind the inner fender well panel behind and above the right front wheel.

2007-03-22 14:26:56 by MarcoC

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I have already looked at the cover of the box, and it doesnt specify which one belongs to the power antenna.

there should be a fuse panel inside the glove compartment or on the underside of the dash board near the steering column. Inside the cover that is on that panel, is a diagram that has the listing of all of the fuses in your fuse box. if it isn't there any more, you can always find out what fuse it is by contacting your local dealer.

2007-09-12 13:57:55 by pj2092

I have searched several Toyota forums, but have yet to find the answer that I am looking for. Maybe one of you can help me here.
I have a 2000 4Runner, and the power antenna has stopped working. The motor still runs, but it doesn't move up or down. It has gotten jammed in one spot, about half way up. I have seen several people say that they bought just the mast and fixed their problem. MY question is, how do I know if I need just the mast or the whole antenna??

The good news is that if you hear the motor running it is probably OK. The bad news is that the antenna probably no longer works because the toothed rod that runs the antenna up and down has broken and the motor will need to be removed and disassembled to get the broken piece out before a new mast can be installed.

2009-03-20 06:28:32 by ken h