[Nikola]

Hi everyone,
I have a 2001 Sedan SE. The antenna is a single section mast and I would like to change to an electric antenna. I've been looking for a used oem on ebay but I didn't find one. So I am looking for a generic model. There is a Peterson brand on Rockauto for about 50$. Do you know if this model can be installed on the Taurus 4th? Or do you have any other alternatives?

 

[javaleo]

I installed a aftermark power antenna on 1989 Hyndai Sonata way back. As long as there is room for the motor and a power source you should be good. You most likely will need to make some sort of mounting bracket / place / holes. The antenna is in the rear, right? Should be room.

 

[Nikola]

yes the antenna is on the rear fender

 

[javaleo]

So now its just mounting and power. Good Luck. Sounds fun, nice little project.

 

[Nikola]

Thanks, it's a global audio project including the installation of a new car radio and replacement of the rear control unit by an amp. and I'm also replacing the speakers…

 

[javaleo]

Ah so your new radio may have a power antenna lead / pigtail. If so power issue solved, just run the wire.

 

[Nikola]

It looks like the electrical antenna wiring harness is already installed although the car is fitted with a base antenna. I am rather worried about the space available to receive the antenna motor and the fixing on the bodywork

 

[javaleo]

Check this out, has pics

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[Nikola]

Thank you i will see

 

[don2775]

Hi everyone,
I have a 2001 Sedan SE. The antenna is a single section mast and I would like to change to an electric antenna. I've been looking for a used oem on ebay but I didn't find one. So I am looking for a generic model. There is a Peterson brand on Rockauto for about 50$. Do you know if this model can be installed on the Taurus 4th? Or do you have any other alternatives?

I'd recommend go to the local pick and pull and finding one there, that way you can see and get pics exactly how it's wired and mounted, even if you get an aftermarket one you'll still know what wire goes where. Yes all models have the power hookup, it's too costly for Ford to make specific harnesses for each vehicle.

 

[Nikola]

Good idea but I have the impression that power antennes are less common in Europe than in the USA.. but i will try..

 

[BobWeir]

Cautionary notes: Sometimes the plastic toothed cable will strip and have to be replaced. I bought mine from 1996-2006 Taurus Antenna Parts, F6DZ-18A866-AB, F6DZ-18850AB, D3AZ-18A886A

Taurus/Sable don't have traditional antenna cable connector. Make sure whatever you buy has correct connector.

 

[Nikola]

Thanks for the link! It doesn't seem so easy to find an adaptable model for the Taurus