DIY Toyota Highlander Dash Speaker Replacement
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- čas přidán 2. 10. 2016
- DIY 3rd Generation Toyota Highlander Dash Speaker Replacement - Let's face it, even the "upgraded" JBL sound system in the Toyota Highlander is a disaster. In the Toyota Nation forums, many people have done a lot of things to fix the situation. One of the first things people may do is just replace the speakers in the dash. Some have used Kicker 3.5" speakers. Others have tried out several and settled on the JBL Club 3020 3.5" speaker. This DIY video done by a true car stereo installation noobie (me) shows replacing the dash speaker with the JBL Club. So, I spared no step and show each step I did as I did it (one take, no edits, other than pausing recording).
Overall, after doing the first speaker, this second speaker took a total of about 45 minutes to complete (including taking this video).
Applies to 2014 Toyota Highlander, 2015 Toyota Highlander, 2016 Toyota Highlander... Maybe more.
Overall, doing this did improve the sound quality a bit, mainly making the mid range / vocals a little less "tinny". I will likely add a powered JL audio sub / box combo to round out the sound, but will just accept that I'm not willing to pay the $3,000 to do the full sound system overhaul.
Install notes:
I chose to use crimp connectors rather than solder. I have a soldering iron, but after I was unable to save the factory connector on the first speaker and Best Buy didn't seem to have a matching connector I wasn't sure how to connect the wires without accidentally melting my dash. So i just removed the existing harness all together and went with the ugliest option of crimp on connectors. IOW, I'm a noob! - Sport
5:46 LMAO "I apologize for whatever is on the radio"
Thank you for the excellent video! I got the JBL Club speakers and what a difference that made! I was going to replace the door speakers next but now won’t have to since it’s obvious the dash speakers were the weak spot in stereo system
Surprising difference, right!
Those connectors from the original tweeters you removed can be unwelded and welded onto the replacement speakers to retain the original wiring plug assembly. That way you do not cut any wires.
Great idea since the connector is only glued into place, I'm gonna add some extra wire and some Quick Disconnects, Receptacle for easy change out if needed.
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thanks for getting back. I will buy them
I wish you did a before and after sound test on the JBL Clubs.
4:14 After crimping, you can use a heat gun on those connectors to shrink wrap the connections. No additional tape would be necessary.
Could add a video for the center speaker and rears etc if ypu changed those as well? How does this compare with factory speakers?
Wow I didn’t believe that size fit. I’m glade it dose!!
What are the ohm ratings on this speaker and the original? And do you know if it's wired in series or parallel with the door speakers?
Which is the best car dash speaker amongst jbl component cs760csi 6.5 inch speaker & infinity reference 4022cfx 4 inch speaker & why plz reply ?
So on the factory wiring the black is negative (small terminal) and the gray/white is positive (wide terminal)?
y la peueba de sonido mas tiempo ?
Do you have any idea which wire is positive and which is negative on the right hand dash?
RED WOLF Car Front Door Dash Pro Tweeter Audio Speaker Wiring Harness for 2010-2019 you can use this conector much better
the headunit really doesn't send any bass signals to that 3.5 inch coax speaker you have there, even with the bass turned to max on the EQ. or perhaps it was the choice of song you used?
Did you check the polarity?
good info
what they like . that jbl ?
Speaker size please 🙏
Will this fit in a Toyota sienna?
You can also buy a pin removal tool and pop the pins out of the factory wiring plug and insert the new ones. Ok Now My question; Already have JBL sound system in my Highlander are these speakers better than what came in the JBL Equipped Highlander?
I had the JBL premium, and yes, they do.
"whatever was on the radio" 😂
what speakers did you use?
Wich capacitor do you recommend ?
What is the size of the speaker
I believe is them like in the camry 2015 because I'm planning To upgrade it and did you note a difference with the speaker upgrade
julio bello jbl club 3020 3.5". See my description for more. Yes, it sounds better than the factory speakers. I'm glad that I did it.
Nice video bro...bro do you know what's the size of the front door speaker in oir highlander?
Thanks! Sorry, no. I have been thinking of replacing it, but haven't gotten around to it.
Mine is not with jbl system, crutchfield makes me confuse when i look for focal is690toy, it would say wont fit but when i looked on the infinity 6x9s, it will fit....
6x9s will fit i have those in mine. You just have to face them diagonal
how you like the jbls so far? I'm planning to buy this speakers , would you recommend them?
cizko619er1 They are a nice improvement over the factory speakers. In the Toyota Nation Forums, people tried several different types of speakers and these seen to be the ones that most said worked well for them.
What was the name of speaker
Do you find there is too much treble now?
No I haven’t noticed that. The system as a whole would be better with upgrades, but I’ve been happier with it than before doing this little change.
How much inch is that speaker???
3.5 ". JBL cub
did u ever upgrade the door speakers?
No - I decided that it was enough of an improvement to make it tolerable. After researching more I became convinced that I'd need to replace the hole head unit and spend $$$ to really get the system I'd want.
@@tstfam 3 years???
For clarity, its not a perfect fit. The factory speaker mount is not round. The JBL Club 3020 is. You will have to whittle away some of the dashboard plastic to get the JBL tweeter to fit. That part is missing in the video.
I didn’t have to do that
kitna inch ha
3.5 bro
Dude thats a neo motor
Take it so you can superchare subs
Fr. They dont realize what neo magnets are 😂 Factory speakers are more sensitive imo
Too bad they didn't sound better as is. But thanks for dropping that tip!
And yes, this is by far the worst sounding sound system i have ever listened to...
what speakers do u recomend? pioneer?