Dude, was apprehensive about tackling this, but your video gave me the confidence to try it. Have always been mystified by those hidden clips, etc. I found that I only had to take off the "D" panels, and there was one clip to the passenger side about 6" in holding the headliner, which came loose with a large flat blade screwdriver. That created sufficient space for me to reach in with both arms and use a 10mm wrench to loosen the holding bolt. Had to go by feel, so using both hands at once made that easier. Same idea for putting the new one in. I found that clipping the wires off the old one between the harness and the old antenna allowed me to then pry down the clips holding the harness so I could get it out where I could see it to then remove the connectors from the old one. New connectors then plugged in and then I pushed the clips back up into the roof. Whole job took < 1 hour. Thanks so much!
@signalstatic- Жыл бұрын
Insane that they designed it so you have to go through the underside for this
@xeutoniumnyborg1192 Жыл бұрын
Good video on this procedure. One suggestion for those attempting to do this themselves. After getting the new antenna mounted and plugged in, go up front, turn to key on, engine off, and make sure you have radio reception. It would suck to get everything back together and find out the antenna isn't fully plugged in (or doesn't work).
@donnab16438 ай бұрын
Peter thank you. Your direction was clear and I’m a women and I did it.
@Hurricanepf311 ай бұрын
Chris, you are extremely discriptive throughout the entire process. Thank you for that.
@robchesla34052 жыл бұрын
Thanks to your very detailed video I was able to complete this job in approximately a half an hour. Thank you!
@rvn82936 ай бұрын
Agree with the comment on giving me the confidence, so thanks. I also managed to create enough space by only removing 1 left side D panel, then reaching in...although I'm sure the more space to operate, the better. You breezed by the electrical connections unless I missed it- that was actually my biggest challenge, maybe because I did everything by feel- but figuring out how to release the tabs holding the plugs in was impossible, i ended up using a screwdriver to break the tabs. Anyways, job done, parts were 135$, quote from the dealer was 700$ , took me under 2 hours so a pretty good call to try.
@mudbud255 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video. I have to replace my mother in laws on her 14 escape. I was really hoping it had connections back there and not one long wire. Thank you so much for making this video.
@johnnygtr3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the excellent video! I just finished this procedure and it was a breeze thanks to knowing where the clips were. On my 2016 Escape, the covers on my 'C' pillar were a little different. I opted not to take them off and was able to get the job done with just enough space to (blindly) get to the screw.
@angeliquerider-mitchell2538Ай бұрын
Thanks. Great video. My son has a 2013 Ford Focus EV hatchback that I was driving when the antenna got crunched. So it's on me to fix it and every other video took out the whole headliner (not!) or didn't make clear what they were doing. Even though your car wasn't exactly the same, I feel like it's close enough that I have the confidence to tackle the project. It's got to be easier than swapping out the lower high voltage battery, right? That was the last project I took on with his car, and it runs so this should be a piece of cake.🎉
@ZeeFBI2 жыл бұрын
just picked up a new escape and has this exact issue. Thanks for showing exactly how to fix it!
@the78noodlenolle17 Жыл бұрын
My dad and I are gonna give it a shot! Thanks for the tips!
@izzydo349411 күн бұрын
For anyone with a 2013 Ford Escape Titanium series, make sure you get the one that has the "With Satellite radio option." The Part number Used was DS7Z-18936-D.
@alexarceneaux23012 жыл бұрын
Helped me replace mine! Thanks a ton!
@ecstargazer Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the clear explanation.!
@cmjp232 жыл бұрын
Solid work man, thanks for the tips! I also stopped by because we have the same name, except my last name is spelled PIETERS, there's an 'I' before the 'E.'
@miroduarte5042 Жыл бұрын
Thank you it was helpful, soon I'll be sharing some tricks too, good luck everyone
@kellieross96582 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video!!!! ❤️
@glennd1030 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! I got a short antenna to upgrade my broken stock one and the carwash snapped it off just like this.
@christopherjpeters Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped
@Alcs_hobbies3 жыл бұрын
Buddy thank you, true about the coast.
@stevestaley776511 ай бұрын
Thanks for saving me oodles of time!
@chris.D13 ай бұрын
I super appreciate this, I’m about to do this and was wondering if I had to remove the entire headliner. Thanks!!
@christopherjpeters3 ай бұрын
Glad I could help!
@user-xz4ur6ye6d Жыл бұрын
Outstanding video You make it look easy enough to try it myself But I'm scared 😮
@user-xz4ur6ye6d Жыл бұрын
Replaced the antenna and base but radio still doesn't work. Any advice?
@christopherjpeters Жыл бұрын
Check fuses, beyond that I don't know.
@nathanpotter85694 ай бұрын
Here is to hoping the junkyard had this antenna, and now I know what tools to bring.
@ryaningram39563 ай бұрын
Thanks for the thorough video. Any idea if there is a torque spec for that antenna bolt? Or just “good and tight”
@christopherjpeters3 ай бұрын
No idea on torque. Just tight but don't strip it
@nuae Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for very clear and so awesome explanation but can u help me with the website to buy the Antenna base with mast
@christopherjpeters Жыл бұрын
The antenna was purchased from the dealer by the owner of the car. I am un sure how much it cost. But if you are looking for a website I would try rockauto.com
@Seren16242 ай бұрын
i just found this out of much needed help...my roof antenna is not broken but very loose. Do I really need to remove the C pillars or will just D pillar removal give enough room for the headliner space for repair. Just wondering for my pending project
@christopherjpeters2 ай бұрын
Yes you can just reach in with just the D pillar out
@Seren16242 ай бұрын
@christopherjpeters thank you so much I appreciate your timely response
@daltonnray58552 жыл бұрын
Do you think it can be done without taking to C pillars off?
@christopherjpeters2 жыл бұрын
Possibly but you risk putting a crease in your head longer that way.
@Nachtvaohal2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Can you tell the part number for this antenna?
@christopherjpeters2 жыл бұрын
I'm sorry I don't have the number.
@jackiemayhem66112 жыл бұрын
Great video solved my problem in getting it done for sure. Could you please help me with a part number on the antenna. Thank you for all the help
@davidjsouth2312 жыл бұрын
Parts Geek or Rock Auto should match you up with part no.
@robertcook77692 жыл бұрын
Ford part number DS7Z-18936-D 1X STANCHION/PUNTAL/COLONETTE/PILAR
@carmenestela38006 ай бұрын
Thanks you so much. Gracias have a blessed day.
@davidjsouth2312 жыл бұрын
Ugh! My wife just snapped hers. So hopefully this video shows me what to do
@troyfullerton889 Жыл бұрын
Do you think you'd be able to put an antenna booster there or do you have to go in and tear out the whole radio
@christopherjpeters Жыл бұрын
I've never done that so I am not sure. I imagine that the booster would need a power source so you would have to run a separate wire.
@crystalcanary27362 ай бұрын
Where did you get the amtenna base part from? Thanks!
@christopherjpeters2 ай бұрын
From the dealership
@heathred892 ай бұрын
Was able to change the broken antanna out simple but the radio isn't picking up a station. It's just static. Everything on the radio works but it isn't able to pick a station. Any ideas?
@christopherjpeters2 ай бұрын
The wire going from the radio to the antenna could be damaged above the head lines. I would check that first
@t4362 жыл бұрын
Ford quoted me $800, DIY it is.
@cristiancruz3062 жыл бұрын
bro where did you get the antenna
@christopherjpeters2 жыл бұрын
I didn't buy it. But I know it was purchased from the local Ford dealership. It is my freinds car he bought the parts I just installed it.
@jrz34563 жыл бұрын
Where can I buy the antenna you have
@christopherjpeters3 жыл бұрын
I believe that one was from the dealership. If you want to save some money I would try rockauto.com. I use them regularly.
@robertcook77692 жыл бұрын
Ford part number DS7Z-18936-D I have the box in front of me.
@packratswhatif.39903 жыл бұрын
Yikes, .....Damn Im just going to cut a flap in the headliner to deal with this problem. Screw the looks , I just want my XM radio back.
@Marliquitor2 жыл бұрын
Ohh i will not think to go through. And change my Antenna. Hahah
@jask320 Жыл бұрын
What a stupid design Ford... got it broken today at -32 C brushing snow from the roof, now I have to take apart a half of the car to fix that, haha
@vladimircharpentier73043 ай бұрын
That's crazy I am having the same issue so there is no way I would be willing to do all this work I will just have to stick to my Sirus radio on my phone and just play it in my car
@Roachers2 жыл бұрын
I'm about to do this job, thanks for the video! Here is the part number for anyone else. DS7Z-18936-D
@crystalcanary27362 ай бұрын
Do you know what antenna to go with this? I have ordered 2 and they are too large.