Shark fin antenna

[Quasimoto72]

I have a 2016 RAM 2500 with the shark fin antenna at the forward area of roof over the cab. The antenna is loose (I can slightly twist it clockwise from its proper orientation). It is allowing water to leak in, which soaks the headliner next to the upper center console where there are lights and garage door opener buttons.

What do I need to re-establish the seal and tighten the antenna so it will not rotate?

 

[Rlaf75]

My 11 ram was different but if I remember correctly, you should be able to access the antenna if you remove that upper console.

 

[Badger 13]

There is a nut on the back side of it. It sounds like yours needs to be snugged up. You have to pull the headliner down enough to gain access to it. I had to change mine, and it was kind of a PIA, but it can be done with patience. I believe there is a couple of University of Utube video's on how to remove the headliner. I did not remove mine, but gained just enough access to get my hand to the nut.

Good luck with it.

 

[sirdumpsalot]

I am not envious of headliner work...how did it turn out?

 

[Badger 13]

It wasn't as bad as I thought it was going to be. I took my time and told myself not to get PO'ed. Was careful and used folded towels to hold it down just enough that I could get my hands in to do the work. I did not take it completely down. Watching a couple of video's really helped since they showed what needed to be removed and how to remove things like the overhead console. Everything went back together perfectly with no signs it was ever down.