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 Radio channel am/fm reception poor

 Created by: Marco22
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Dec 2, 2019 09:11AM kenatminimania Edited: Dec 2, 2019 10:01AM 
Dec 2, 2019 08:58AM Marco22  
Dec 2, 2019 08:06AM Marco22  
Dec 2, 2019 07:33AM kenatminimania  
Nov 29, 2019 12:14PM Marco22 Edited: Nov 30, 2019 06:22AM 
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 Posted: Dec 2, 2019 09:11AM
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Hi, if I have to change do I have to change only the antenna or the complete roof unit?

Thanks, Marc
The antenna aerial is a very simple device so I would think it unlikely that is causing a problem - unless it was damaged going thru car washes...

The problem could be the antenna base but it can also be the connection between the radio / antenna, or the radio itself. I would recommend further investigation before you start buying parts and 'hope' it fixes the problem...

Can I assume that the radio reception was better at one time, and has gotten worse (suddenly or over time)?

edit: I mentioned the antenna because some aftermarket 'stubby' antennas can limit reception on weaker channels.

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Hi, if I have to change do I have to change only the antenna or the complete roof unit?

Thanks, Marc

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Hi yes it is. 

 Posted: Dec 2, 2019 07:33AM
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Hi, I have a countryman 2013. Radio do not pick up all channels. Seems like the antenna is not working. I have no Wiring diagram form the Diversity module, Can you help to see what is the problem.
Thanks  Marc.
Is the antenna on the roof the factory original? It should be about 16 inches.

 Posted: Nov 29, 2019 12:14PM
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Hi, I have a countryman 2013. Radio do not pick up all channels. Seems like the antenna is not working. I have no Wiring diagram form the Diversity module, Can you help to see what is the problem.
Thanks  Marc.