Fusion Antenna???

[2k3 Mach]

I can't find any photos of the antenna on the Fusion.

 

Any idea? I really hope it's not the 60 year old antenna like on almost every other Ford.

[NickF1011]

I can't find any photos of the antenna on the Fusion.

 

Any idea?  I really hope it's not the 60 year old antenna like on almost every other Ford.

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Hopefully Ford wised up and installed it in the rear glass like most every other sedan on the market does these days.

[phlipp21]

I can't find any photos of the antenna on the Fusion.

 

Any idea?  I really hope it's not the 60 year old antenna like on almost every other Ford.

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it's in the glass.

[BORG]

it's in the glass.

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Here is a pic of the rear-glass where you can see the antennae in the shaded part of the glass.

 

 

[2k3 Mach]

Okay... I posted this over a year ago, and now I'm more confused on the antenna location for the '07.

 

I see 2007's with both the glass antenna, and a new roof mounted antenna. I thought maybe the roof mounted was for Sirius also, but I see 2007's with the glass antenna AND a separate sirius mounted antenna on the roof.

 

Was the roof mounted antenna combo (I'm assuming it does both radio and Sirius) a post Job 1 change for the 2007 model year?

[stevedenesha]

The new mast antennas is now being produced with all Fusions. Some 2007's don't have the mast antenna because they didn't start using them till Job 2 4 Sep 06

[Fusion Noir]

The new mast antennas is now being produced with all Fusions. Some 2007's don't have the mast antenna because they didn't start using them till Job 2 4 Sep 06

 

My SEL was built in Nov. and should be delivered soon. When I ordered the car I was assured there would not be a mast antennae on it. Now I'm worried.

[urnews]

My SEL was built in Nov. and should be delivered soon. When I ordered the car I was assured there would not be a mast antennae on it. Now I'm worried.

Fusion Noir,

 

Never saw a follow-up post from you. Bet you were unpleasantly surprised. The mast antenna looks like a mistake on the '07s. I wish ours was embedded in the rear window.

 

Boz,

Saddened in Salisbury

[tomycanuck]

From the pics I've seen, it looks like the Linc has a shark fin antenna on it instead of the ugly post on the Fusion.

 

Does anyone know if you can swap out the post for the shark fin from a Linc??

[Meelaan]

From the pics I've seen, it looks like the Linc has a shark fin antenna on it instead of the ugly post on the Fusion.

 

Does anyone know if you can swap out the post for the shark fin from a Linc??

 

This idea has been discussed ad nausium without anyone ever providing a resolute answer.

[yeloxr7]

Some $%^(*& swiped the antenna off my 2007 Fusion so now all I have is the stupid box. Ford wants $35.00 for a new mast, and the aftermarket ones don't fit. It hasn't affected the radio reception too much......

[urnews]

Some $%^(*& swiped the antenna off my 2007 Fusion so now all I have is the stupid box. Ford wants $35.00 for a new mast, and the aftermarket ones don't fit. It hasn't affected the radio reception too much......

$35 sounds like the price for the whole antenna unit, not the price for just the wire (mast) part.

[Meelaan]

$35 sounds like the price for the whole antenna unit, not the price for just the wire (mast) part.

 

And don't forget installation charges. Could be at least an hour of labor, huh? Or maybe if they want to play nice they'll forgive the labor. Let's hope so.

[urnews]

And don't forget installation charges. Could be at least an hour of labor, huh? Or maybe if they want to play nice they'll forgive the labor. Let's hope so.

To be sure you are joking, right? LOL.

[Meelaan]

To be sure you are joking, right? LOL.

 

So, what you're vaguely trying to say is that you think they'll charge some labor to replace the broken antenna?

[attnspn]

I have an 07 AWD with the roof top antenna . I purchased the MKZ roof antenna which does not have the mast. You can interchange the top and then you get the nicer look.

 

2007 SEL AWD ALLOY

spoiler

moonroof

8 speakers

heated leather

5 piece 3d carbon body kit

tinted windows

MKZ shark fin antenna

2.5inch Magna Flow exhaust tips

 

[Isresistancefutile?]

where and how much for the more attractive version? Specifically, is there an online, aftermarket, source for parts like this?

[FusionFanatic]

where and how much for the more attractive version? Specifically, is there an online, aftermarket, source for parts like this?

it's a dealer-only part so the price depends on what the dealer wants to sell it for. any ford , Lincoln, or mercury dealer should be able to order parts for all the ford brands (just call them for a price)

 

there are some dealers which allow you to purchase parts online. I bought my MKZ shark fin at TeamFordParts.com

they charge $46.65 for it there. if the link doesn't work then select 2007 lincoln MKZ > electrical > antenna > base.

 

it's not the same antenna as the Fusion. it is Sirius ONLY, there is no FM receiver inside it, so you have to keep to Fusion's "insides" and just swap the outer casing. if you live in the city then you're FM reception won't change much without the mast, but if you live far away from the station transmitters then you may need to extend the antenna. I did this on mine by crimping a male flat terminal on some speaker wire and connecting it to the mast connector (female terminal). then drilled a hole through the antenna connector (where the factory Sirius connection would have been) and passed the wire through that, my reception is even better now than it was with the ugly Fusion antenna :)

 

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[FusionFanatic]

here are a couple pics of my Fusion with an MKZ antenna, in case anybody is wondering what it would look like if they did it.

 

 

 

I only comes in flat black (like the Fusion mast antenna), so you'll have to paint it if you want it to look good. if you've ever tried to paint plastic before, you'll know that you can't use just any paint. enamel paints are pretty much the only kind that will stick. I used Krylon Fusion [gloss black] and then sprayed clear lacquer over the paint after it cured. it matches the paint pretty good and it looks ten times better than the ugly Fusion mast antenna.

 

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[yeloxr7]

Some $%^(*& swiped the antenna off my 2007 Fusion so now all I have is the stupid box. Ford wants $35.00 for a new mast, and the aftermarket ones don't fit. It hasn't affected the radio reception too much......

 

I ended up just buying a replacement from Ford. They charged me about $30 for the part. Installation was free because I threaded it on myself.....

[FusionFanatic]

if your reception was fine, then why bother? it looks better without the mast.

 

it would be funny to see what the dealer would charge to "install" the mast. it literally takes about 5 seconds to install (since it simply screws in) but they would charge a minimum 1 hour labor rate ($90/hr?)

[scotthom]

here are a couple pics of my Fusion with an MKZ antenna, in case anybody is wondering what it would look like if they did it.

 

 

 

I only comes in flat black (like the Fusion mast antenna), so you'll have to paint it if you want it to look good. if you've ever tried to paint plastic before, you'll know that you can't use just any paint. enamel paints are pretty much the only kind that will stick. I used Krylon Fusion [gloss black] and then sprayed clear lacquer over the paint after it cured. it matches the paint pretty good and it looks ten times better than the ugly Fusion mast antenna.

 

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Hey FusionFanatic...I like your shark fin antenna. Can you please elaborate more on the crimping the wire deal. Is the wire coiled up and stuffed under the shark fin housing?

[Ange]

Hey FusionFanatic...I like your shark fin antenna. Can you please elaborate more on the crimping the wire deal. Is the wire coiled up and stuffed under the shark fin housing?

 

I am curious to know if I can do anything about the radio reception in my 2008 Fusion. I have some sort of antenna on top of the car, nothing sticks out. I don't know if I can put something else on it or not. The reception is horrible and I love my radio. Any suggestions?

[bbf2530]

I am curious to know if I can do anything about the radio reception in my 2008 Fusion. I have some sort of antenna on top of the car, nothing sticks out. I don't know if I can put something else on it or not. The reception is horrible and I love my radio. Any suggestions?

 

Hi Ange. :D It sounds as though you may have a mast antenna, and that the mast has been stolen, broken off, or the Dealer forgot to install it when you purchased your Fusion.

 

If you have friend or neighbor who is "car knowledgeable", ask them if it looks as though the mast is missing. If you don't have anyone you can ask, make a stop at your Dealers Service Department, and ask them to take a look.

 

Let us know how you make out. Good luck! :beerchug:

[Ange]

Hi Ange. :D It sounds as though you may have a mast antenna, and that the mast has been stolen, broken off, or the Dealer forgot to install it when you purchased your Fusion.

 

If you have friend or neighbor who is "car knowledgeable", ask them if it looks as though the mast is missing. If you don't have anyone you can ask, make a stop at your Dealers Service Department, and ask them to take a look.

 

Let us know how you make out. Good luck! :beerchug:

 

Thanks. I looked this morning and just saw a round plastic piece over the opening. I am going to run by the dealer today. My father told me they probably didn't install it. I will let you know how it goes later today. Thanks so much for the prompt response. I don't like not getting to hear the radio (except for a few channels).

 

Ange