Toyota Genuine 86392-35040 Antenna Decoration for Cars

And there it is: Part was/was not a breeze to install, I’ll explain:
I used the 3/8” deep socket method mentioned by some reviewers, painters tape and plastic trim tools to protect paint & finish. And I highly recommend it.

When I first tried, the bottom end would not budge or go in. I battled it for at least 30-45 min to maybe an hr to with no success, and after copious amount of sweat, tears and some choice words, I gave it a rest, looked back at how others did it and tried again with no success.

I then took another step back, and after looking at some videos, I decided to unscrew the top antenna portion and alas, in 30 seconds it was all in, top and bottom, just like that.

Removing the antenna is something I thought about doing from the get go, but didn’t think it would be necessary since I seemed to remember some reviews mentioning as not having removed the it.
Moral of the story, not all panels and parts are created to equal tolerances, and some can be a breeze when all the stars align, while others may require some TLC.

Good luck with your install, you can do this

United States on Oct 08, 2023

CJ: Installed from the top exterior. I tried the boiling water thing. That helped, but didn't completely work. Probably should have used a heat gun. I also suggest taping around the area to minimize scratching the paint when the tool you use slips from pressing down. As much force as you need, it will probably happen.

United States on Jul 14, 2023

William Glasgow: Pain in ass to install. Thought it was Japanese made. Nope CHINA!!!

United States on Jun 03, 2023

Red: Tried a couple methods that others have posted, but couldn't get the rubber seated all the way, the sides kept sticking out. I ended up removing half the fender liner, taking off the bolt that holds the antenna in place (10mm), removing the antenna assembly, then pushing the rubber piece into place (it went in real easy). Then pushed the antenna back up through the hole in the rubber grommet, bolted the antenna back in place, then re-attached the fender liner. Wasn't too bad, and all you need is a 10mm for everything

United States on Apr 09, 2023

Nick: This is a great OEM replacement. However, like many have said, it’s a major pain to install. I have plenty of years rebuilding cars in the past so I’m no newby. I tried all the little hacks folks have recommended hoping one would work, and no go. But I did finally get it, and I will share what worked for me in hopes someone smarter than me can take what I did and make it better or easier. No matter how much pressure I applied (and I applied a ton) I couldn’t get it to seat. I even taped a screw driver up and try to work the ornament in place, but instead successfully scratched the paint(😔). I finally decided to snap some push grommets from the fender well and create enough space for my hand to snake up into the fender. I grabbed hold of the antenna and mount and pulled down on it, creating enough space and lack of pressure for the antenna ornament to easily pop into place and seat. I then pushed back up on the antenna and mount, and screwed the antenna in place. I pushed the fender well plastic back into place and maybe sometime down the road when I have more patience I’ll try to get the broken push grommets out and replace them. But all in all it was a pain to figure...

United States on Oct 08, 2022