1994 Mazda MX6 power antennae

1994 MAZDA MX6
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NINNERBOB
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The power (radio) antennae on my 1994 Mazda MX6 will not extend. It is stuck in the retracted (down) position. Is a fuse blown? I was told by the previous owner that the antennae is supposed to extend when the car is started.
Sep 9, 2013 at 1:22 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Check the mast and antenna motor-start here
Sep 9, 2013 at 1:43 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Check to see if there is power to the motor. If there is, then the motor most likely is bad. If there is no power, check fuses first.

You should be able to disconnect the antenna motor and just extend it manually. That is the cheap way to fix it. lol
Sep 9, 2013 at 3:34 PM
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NINNERBOB
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Thank you for your replies. Much appreciated. -Ninnerbob
Sep 10, 2013 at 1:06 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Let me know if you have other questions.
Sep 10, 2013 at 5:37 PM
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