I checked the forum about this first. My question is very specific. Can I get just this part (Circled in yellow)? When I brought 12 v directly to the motor past this switch, or whatever it is, the antenna motor turns fine. The mast assembly is in good shape. I would rather fix this than go aftermarket. Any help is appreciated.

 

Go junk yard.

 

Antenna is fixed thanks to a tip I received. Turns out I tested this incorrectly. Circuit requires two 12v power connections on the relay side, one is a constant 12v, which I originally measured and assumed was the power needed to operate the antenna, the second is the 12v signal from the radio that signals the operation of the timed relay. As soon as I brought that second 12v to the relay, antenna motor worked perfectly! Duh. Found that the radio was wired incorrectly, that's all. (Aftermarket radio installed by PO) Posting so that other newbies don't make same mistake. Was a good lesson for me to learn a little bit before throwing parts at a problem! Saved me some $$ too. Thanks for reading

 

That previous owner must have been a real n00b, LOL. Good find. Any normal wiring kit for the S70 would include "power antenna" on the harness for an aftermarket radio. Clearly labeled, I had a Pioneer deck in my S70.

 

speaking of antennas how do you guys feel about a short fixed antenna? the reason i ask is because mine is missing out of the unit. im not sure how i feel about a long silver antenna sticking out when i drive. i like those short black ones that are slightly bent. i would like to put a small one right above the rear window.