Relay Van radio reception problems.

stevie5tapes · Unread post by **stevie5tapes** » 27 Dec 2008, 19:34

Hi i have a 6 months old Relay LWB van. I struggle to get any radio reception away from large towns. When looking at the aerial outside the van it bends off to one side approx 45 degrees. The aerial is roof mounted, looks like the screw in type. Can anyone tell me following please?

If i buy a replacement aerial what type should I get, i've seen many aerials on the net but not sure which one will fit. Can I get a universal fitting one?

Will the aerial still work if it is bent, if so, is there anything else I can check?

I know this problems sounds simple but didnt want to take my van to the dealer to get charged an arm and a leg if it was something simple I could sort out my self.

Thanks for your help in advance.

Unread post by **myglaren** » 27 Dec 2008, 20:18

If the van is only six months old the defective aerial should be covered by the manufacturers warranty.

Likely just a poor connection somewhere. Have you tried unscrewing the aerial and clening the mating surfaces - some contact cleaner from the likes of RS or Maplin should do the trick.

stevie5tapes · Unread post by **stevie5tapes** » 27 Dec 2008, 20:24

I've not looked at the aerial yet, but i'll see if its a loose connection. Didn't want to take it to the dealer for them to say "the aerial is bent, thats why it's not working". I'll check the conection on the roof to see it that helps.

Cheers

Unread post by **Peter.N.** » 28 Dec 2008, 00:01

Citroen do a universal roof earial that fits XMs, Xantias and the equivalent Peugeots for not very much money, GSF do it even cheaper.