4Runner Antenna Tips and Tricks

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I know the Gen 6 is a relatively new vehicle and not so many tips and tricks are out there yet. So I wanted to share some antenna tips and tricks that I use and any Gen 6 owner could also try them out on his vehicle. I hope someone finds this post helpful

ANTENNA TIPS AND TRICKS

• To maximize range, mount your antenna as high as possible.

• Don't install a bullbar antenna with the base near or above the roof line.

• Don't install a fiberglass antenna on a lip mount, as it is not secure enough.

• The best place to route your cable from the cab to the front of the vehicle is through the firewall. There should be a rubber grommet you can use for access.

• When attaching your antenna mount to the coax cable, do not over-tighten.

• To properly ground your antenna, ensure the mounting surface is bare metal without powder coating or paint. Additional antenna grounding is not necessary with GMRS, but may help overall performance.

• To avoid signal obstruction and interference, keep your antenna away from light bars, GPS antennas, cables, roof racks, air scoops, etc.

• When routing the antenna cable always keep it away from power cables, intercom cables, ignition cables/coils, engine electronics, and any other cables.

• If radio interference occurs, clip ferrite core beads to the antenna cable to suppress noise.

• Always avoid tightly coiling or bundling any excess antenna cable. If the cable is too long, shorten it by cutting the cable and using a PL259 Male Crimp Connector kit. You can also route the cable to use the excess length.

• Use hooks and cable wrap to secure the cable. Avoid zip ties if possible.
 

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