All cars have their own unique type of car speaker
installation issues although installing speakers is a relatively
simple process. Most speaker installations can be finished in
about an hour or less. The intricacy of the installation will
vary depending on the vehicle. And again, depending on the
vehicle, speakers may be installed in the dash, doors, or rear
deck.
Most importantly, remember that safety should be considered
when installing speakers. Damage can be caused by not installing
speakers properly – this can impose added cost and even possible
injury. Protection for hearing/vision should be used as
necessary.
Here are fundamental steps to consider for
installing speakers. Remember, some vehicles may require extra
steps. Although the location of the speakers in your vehicle may
vary from the mounting locations noted here, the method should
be comparable.
For installation of dash and door
speakers, you will need to ascertain if the vehicle has speaker
grilles that are removable. If they can be removed, take the
grilles off utilizing the appropriate tools, remove the screws
holding the speaker in, disconnect the speaker harness that was
attached to the speaker, connect the speaker harness to the new
speaker, plug the speaker harness which is connected to the new
speaker to the harness in the car, set the speaker in the
opening and reinstall it using the screws for mounting, replace
the grille and repeat with the other speaker. If installing
speakers in the door, make certain the depth of the speaker will
not interfere with the window operation after installation.
If the grilles cannot be removed, the dash pads or possibly the
door panel will have to be removed. Be sure to keep an eye on
any screws/clips removed should this be the case. Next follow
the same steps shown above except you will need to reinstall the
dash pads/door panel. If removing the door panel, be aware that
screws can be mounted in the armrest or inside the door latch
space and may be behind the trim panels. After all the screws
are removed from the panel, raise it up so you can disconnect
any wiring harnesses.
If installing rear deck speakers,
you must determine if the speakers are top-mounted or
bottom-mounted as this will determine your steps. If
top-mounted, remove the grilles, remove the screws holding the
speaker in, disconnect the speaker harness, connect the harness
to the new speaker, plug in the harness connected to the speaker
to the vehicle side of the harness, place the new speaker in the
opening and mount with the screws, replace the grille and repeat
with the other speaker.
If the speakers are
bottom-mounted, reach in the trunk and remove the screws
mounting the speaker. Then follow the same basic steps as above.
Eventually, you’d have to turn on the radio and check the
operation of the new speakers.
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