MattSchmitt

Strada bumper antenna issue

I'm having trouble with the bumper antenna on my 2001 Fiat Strada, gasoline engine. It's got 184550 km. I'm getting an error, the locks are acting up, and it needs the key in the ignition to start. I'm thinking it's a bad cable or plug to the antenna. Anyone seen this before?

The conversation centers around a problem with the bumper antenna on a 2001 Fiat Strada, which is causing errors and issues with the locks and ignition. The suspected cause is a faulty cable or plug to the antenna. A similar issue was resolved by replacing a faulty connection within the antenna module, suggesting that a professional diagnosis and potential replacement might be necessary.

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Interesting. I have a Fiat Strada too, though a newer model. I had similar symptoms a while back - the remote key stopped working intermittently and I got some weird errors popping up on the dashboard. Did you check the antenna base for any corrosion or damage?

Thanks. I checked the antenna base visually, and it looks okay. But with these symptoms, I'm wondering if I need to check it more closely, maybe with electrical tests? Did you have to get yours professionally fixed?

Yes, it did. I initially tried cleaning the contacts myself, but the problem persisted. Eventually, I took it to a workshop. They diagnosed a faulty connection within the antenna module itself and advised replacement. Considering the symptoms you're describing and your mileage, a professional diagnosis might be the most efficient route. Better to know for sure before throwing parts at it!

Thanks for the advice. Sounds like I should get it checked out by a mechanic. The estimate is around 95€.

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