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dirtbikemi
I bought some new speakers for my car (98' Honda Civic) and I don't know how to remove the regular back speakers so I can install the new ones. Can I get some instructions on how to remove them?
Answer
You don't need to cut the wires at all, I just got mine installed in 5 minutes with the adapter speaker plug, I got them from Amazon for 16 bucks but you save a lot of time and you don't mess the wire system of your car with the black tape and stuff.
Here is a quick guide to on how to remove the rear speakers form a coupe - with pictures and FREE. May or may not be the same for 1992-1995 models, I haven't seen one to compare.
Please do not be put off by this, it really is easy when you know how and the results from quality speakers are well worth the effort.
Standard disclaimer: The instructions given below are intended as guidelines only. Any dismantling of your vehicle you do yourself, and the author of this document cannot and does not accept any responsibility for any damage incurred by you dismantling or refitting components incorrectly.
Tools Required:
10mm Socket
12mm Socket
14mm Socket
Phillips Screwdriver
You don't need to cut the wires at all, I just got mine installed in 5 minutes with the adapter speaker plug, I got them from Amazon for 16 bucks but you save a lot of time and you don't mess the wire system of your car with the black tape and stuff.
Know your enemy: Rear seats have a 40/60 split and can be folded down, but to get to the speakers they have to come out...
Fold down both seats and unclip the carpet trim from the back (just pull the carpet and the clips should pop out). Yep, that's my big sub woofer.
You need to unbolt the 4 10mm bolts holding the 40 seat in place, you can then pull it towards you and out.
Also do the two bolts holding in the 60 split seat
Next you need to unbolt the 10mm bolt on the right, then the 12mm on the left. Keep the bolts and brackets safe. When they are undone the 60 split seat should be able to come out.
Another 12mm bolt on this bracket.
Towards the centre of the seat is another 10mm bolt holding the lower seat in. Undo this and the seat should lift up from the back and unclip from the front.
Now the seats are out, nearly there....
...Well actually I lied, were not half way yet!
You need to loosen the right hand bolt (closest to the front seats) and undo the rear one. They were 14mm bolts on mine. Do both sides of the car.
Should have something like this...
Undo the Phillips screw in each rear panel...
The panels should unclip from the door frame and come out quite easily. The plastic cover on the parcel shelf (rear deck) should now unclip at the front to allow you to lift and pop the other clips. It will then come out.
You can now unclip and unscrew the old speakers and drop in your new ones. I'm putting in my Kenwood KFC9605 speakers. Make sure that they work and you are happy with them before you reassemble the car, you don't want to be doing this again in a hurry!!
Reassembly of the car is the reverse of the above process.
Just watch out on the 60 split seat, make sure you put the hinge in the bearing before you bolt it down!
You don't need to cut the wires at all, I just got mine installed in 5 minutes with the adapter speaker plug, I got them from Amazon for 16 bucks but you save a lot of time and you don't mess the wire system of your car with the black tape and stuff.
Here is a quick guide to on how to remove the rear speakers form a coupe - with pictures and FREE. May or may not be the same for 1992-1995 models, I haven't seen one to compare.
Please do not be put off by this, it really is easy when you know how and the results from quality speakers are well worth the effort.
Standard disclaimer: The instructions given below are intended as guidelines only. Any dismantling of your vehicle you do yourself, and the author of this document cannot and does not accept any responsibility for any damage incurred by you dismantling or refitting components incorrectly.
Tools Required:
10mm Socket
12mm Socket
14mm Socket
Phillips Screwdriver
You don't need to cut the wires at all, I just got mine installed in 5 minutes with the adapter speaker plug, I got them from Amazon for 16 bucks but you save a lot of time and you don't mess the wire system of your car with the black tape and stuff.
Know your enemy: Rear seats have a 40/60 split and can be folded down, but to get to the speakers they have to come out...
Fold down both seats and unclip the carpet trim from the back (just pull the carpet and the clips should pop out). Yep, that's my big sub woofer.
You need to unbolt the 4 10mm bolts holding the 40 seat in place, you can then pull it towards you and out.
Also do the two bolts holding in the 60 split seat
Next you need to unbolt the 10mm bolt on the right, then the 12mm on the left. Keep the bolts and brackets safe. When they are undone the 60 split seat should be able to come out.
Another 12mm bolt on this bracket.
Towards the centre of the seat is another 10mm bolt holding the lower seat in. Undo this and the seat should lift up from the back and unclip from the front.
Now the seats are out, nearly there....
...Well actually I lied, were not half way yet!
You need to loosen the right hand bolt (closest to the front seats) and undo the rear one. They were 14mm bolts on mine. Do both sides of the car.
Should have something like this...
Undo the Phillips screw in each rear panel...
The panels should unclip from the door frame and come out quite easily. The plastic cover on the parcel shelf (rear deck) should now unclip at the front to allow you to lift and pop the other clips. It will then come out.
You can now unclip and unscrew the old speakers and drop in your new ones. I'm putting in my Kenwood KFC9605 speakers. Make sure that they work and you are happy with them before you reassemble the car, you don't want to be doing this again in a hurry!!
Reassembly of the car is the reverse of the above process.
Just watch out on the 60 split seat, make sure you put the hinge in the bearing before you bolt it down!
What's the best in-dash CD player/satellite receiver plus speakers?
MB
I am looking for an in-dash CD player that also receives satellite radio (I know, I have to subscribe to satellite). Are there units that have antennas built into them so I don't have to add an outside one? Does the model of my car matter? (I have a 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis) What do I really need to look for, as a whole? Also, what do I need to look for in car stereo speakers? Are there decent ones for between 75 & 100 dollars?
Answer
http://www.crutchfield.com/c_3/Car-Audio-Video.html
The best way to find out what will work in your car, go to their Outfit mycar page, enter you cars make/year/model/body and they will take you to a customized homepage featuring:
* gear that'll fit in or work with your car, truck or van
* parts, accessories, and tools
* vehicle-specific info and installation guides.
You'll find everything from stereos and speakers to iPod adapters and exhaust systems.
You will be able to find the right head unit, the in dash conversion kit for it, all kinds of after market speakers that will fit, even antenna adaptors.
http://www.crutchfield.com/c_3/Car-Audio-Video.html
The best way to find out what will work in your car, go to their Outfit mycar page, enter you cars make/year/model/body and they will take you to a customized homepage featuring:
* gear that'll fit in or work with your car, truck or van
* parts, accessories, and tools
* vehicle-specific info and installation guides.
You'll find everything from stereos and speakers to iPod adapters and exhaust systems.
You will be able to find the right head unit, the in dash conversion kit for it, all kinds of after market speakers that will fit, even antenna adaptors.
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