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Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Disassembly
Removing and Replacing the Antenna
1. Remove the battery cover and battery as described in the procedures.
2. Slide the antenna tool over the antenna until it stops. As shown in Figure 7, 
while squeezing the tool as shown by (A), rotate the tool and antenna counter-
clockwise (B) until loose. 
3. When the antenna threads are completely disengaged, pull the antenna 
straight out of the phone housing to remove.
4. To replace, insert the threaded end of the antenna carefully into the housing 
and, after ensuring the threads are properly engaged, press down and tighten 
firmly with the tool.
5. To install a new antenna, insert the threaded end of the antenna socket 
carefully into the housing and, after ensuring the threads are properly en
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gaged, tighten using an antenna torque tool. Snap the stubby antenna into the 
socket by pushing straight in until fully seated.
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Figure 7. Removing the Antenna
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Ensure antenna threads are properly engaged before tightening to prevent damage 
to antenna or housing.
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New antennas are supplied as a set of two parts: the stubby antenna and the antenna 
socket. 
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B
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Antenna Tool