2004 TOYOTA AVALON REAR SUBWOOFER - SPEAKER REPLACEMENT / REPAIR - DIY

[@jordaro2004]

Awesome job! Can you put another link to the speakers? The one you posted isn't working.

[@DantheFixitMan]

Thanks Rob for letting me know. I just looked into it, and apparently the speaker I used is currently unavailable, but I found some good options on Amazon and updated the description with some new links. Thanks for watching! Take care, -Dan the Fix it Man

[@jordaro2004]

@@DantheFixitMan Thanks for the quick reply! You rock!

[@christiancardenas6811]

wow thank you! been wanting to replace that sub for years and now I have a step by step instructional! You the man.

[@solosix3991]

Did you replace it?

[@Shunpall]

This video is still helpful in feb/2022.. Thank you Dan!

[@ericwlacroix]

Saw replacement speaker options on a VERY popular car audio video site that shall remain nameless… Most affordable was $299. I thought, this will be an ok present for Christmas for my daughter’s 2004 Avalon. But for s&g I decided to see how it was done so I did a search and yours was the first result. And then you had links for much more affordable replacements! I paused the video and ordered one immediately! Then I finished watching. Used the Boss speaker you did. Sounds pretty good to me!! Thank you so much!!

[@joelsmith4816]

Just got a 2000 and have to do this, thanks. Dan you are the man! Subscribed.

[@DantheFixitMan]

Hey Joel, I think the 2000-2004 Avalons are great cars. They are pretty easy to work on, and very reliable. Replacement parts are pretty inexpensive too. My daughter and nephew both drive them. Also, it's much cheaper to insure than a newer car. I think you'll like it. Thanks for subscribing! Take care, -Dan the Fix it Man

[@ColonelPassTheCheese]

Fantastic. I have an amp but I'm using the factory location and wiring. Just installed an 8" Kicker Comp R and it sounds great. The subwoofer isn't advertised as free air but if you look at the parameters (QTS, Xmax), it does a pretty good job.

[@patrickcallaghan8326]

Thanks for the video. I just did this to my 2000 XLS. Worked perfect. I did use the Boss 8" you did.

[@thumperbangin2000]

Nice i have the same car, im going to be installung the kicker in mine here soon

[@mitomr.twiceasnice4358]

Gracias Dan the Fix it Man, did this to my 2003 Avalon JBL equipped and used the exact same 8 Inch speaker and its good, just breaking it in for now. Thanks for your knowledge.

[@DantheFixitMan]

De nada mi amigo! Happy to help, and glad to hear you got it done. Take care, -Dan the Fix it Man

[@ghost-4230]

Does it sound better than the factory speaker

[@mitomr.twiceasnice4358]

@@ghost-4230 Im not sure, as when I got the Avalon in Sept. woofer was already busted, but it sounds ok sound wise, not a big boom since its just One, and 8 inch at that but good.

[@makshaq99]

trying my comment again, because don't see it. Replace Avalon speaker with video-worked perfect. One thing I purchased at best buy which really helped was a speaker harness by metra part number 72-8104. came with a white clip and pos/neg connectors that slide right onto the new speaker. Comes two in a pack for 15.00.

[@DantheFixitMan]

Thank you for the info! Very helpful. -Dan the Fix it Man

[@etallen33]

Great tutorial! Made it so easy. Thank you!

[@Nathan_Jay]

It's odd because the rest of the JBL system sounds so good and can get really loud, but the subwoofer just goes boom real quick

[@Sci-Mon1]

The subwoofer takes a lot more power and harsher movement. That’s why it’s common for it to go bad

[@johnrizo5221]

Thank you for the video. We got the suggested replacement speaker, put it in per your instructions, and it is working! Not super powerful but works just fine. Just something to add, if you have someone helping, they can help push the old speaker out from the trunk and then help pull the new one in from the trunk. Interestingly, the hardest part for us was screwing the speaker back in. It was hard to align the holes. But, we were able to do it with some work. Your video really helped us. Thanks again!

[@lucidbarrier]

I bought the Boss sub you used, then used #8 self tapping screws to drill the holes in the plastic frame. I removed the self tappers and then I used #8 x 3x8" sheet metal screws to hold the sub in place.(Self tapping screws were too long and hit the body of the car). I soldered the original connector from the factory JBL sub to the terminals on the Boss replacement subwoofer and it plugs in directly with the factory connector on the harness. It took me awhile to break in the sub but now she's sounding really nice. It really fills in the missing deeps in the overall sound with some nice bass. I am missing one of the push on clips so I get an occassional rattle, that's one clip I'm going to have to find. I did put an LED bulb in the center mounted stop lamp because mine was toasty. After I had installed the Boss unit, I noticed they also sell a JBL subwoofer for about $50, I wonder if it would fit. I like how this Boss sub has a poly cone and rubber surrounds, it seems pretty well constructed for the price.

[@BOBSCOTTONLINE]

Thanks for the vid, Have a 2003 needing the same repair and only saw the speaker kit. Will have to weigh the same pros and cons but now I know how it all assembles :-)

[@Togsane]

Finna do this to my exact 2004 avalon soon, thank you!

[@gladrag00]

Do you have a video link for removing the sub for a 2006+ Avalon? I'm lost...

[@WolvCustoms]

Thank you for doing this

[@DantheFixitMan]

You're welcome Ronnie, It seems like it's a pretty common problem. Take care, -Dan the Fix it Man

[@IS3000vato]

fuck, where was this video when I considered replacement. Instead I repaired it. Glad it worked out for someone

[@violetuntrainedferret5823]

Boutta try to do this to my car on Thursday ill let you know how it goes

[@thumperbangin2000]

Great video. I just bought a 2000 XLS i love it. Rear sub isnt working so ordered the kicker 8". Hope it works out!

[@i.agames1151]

Did it work out? Thinking of getting the kicker myself

[@thumperbangin2000]

@@i.agames1151 worked good !

[@i.agames1151]

@@thumperbangin2000 GREAT!! thanks for commenting

[@thumperbangin2000]

My only advice really is be careful with new mounting hardware/screws. Mine were getting caught cuz they were too long. I reversed direction, went frim underside of sub and up, then i had plenty of room.

[@thumperbangin2000]

@@i.agames1151 also, there are 2 types of kicker subs that will fit this car. I called crutchfield to clarify which was one was a better option when i ordered mine.

[@PaddyO1958]

Good video. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@MadGS1100e]

Thanks. This was extremely helpful. We just installed an 8" Pyle.

[@uselink5-75]

The sub still sounds great!

[@wanceac]

Wonder if it is easier, keep the housing in place and go to the trunk and get 4 screws in the back and push it out from the trunk. Thanks again for videos.!!

[@millermonsterair]

im just curious. i cant find the answer anywhere. well, what is the stock subwoofer amp pushing out as far as watts?

[@Baby_j_GodsSoulja]

Great vid. I usually put in after market equipment. For more powerful sound . But an upgrade head unite . And upgrade subwoofer. May just do lol. Once again. Thanks for thee awesome video.😎👍🏽

[@BrianJMader54476]

What’s a better replacement for the original speaker? Any better upgrades

[@edurado1996]

I don’t have access to a drill; do I NEED to drill the speaker into the mount? Thank you!

[@Vuxury]

What size self-tapping screws did u use? my new sub works great but the rattle is annoying.

[@loudogg4945]

How do you wire it? Did your sub only have one voice coil? Trying to figure out if I should keep this sub or get a new one but doesn’t have 2 ohm or 4 ohm it’s a 3.something so not sure how to wire a dual voice coil to it.

[@johnmiller2960]

I have a problem with my 2004 Toyota avalon my gas ,speedometer and temperature gage will not work sometimes and I have to smack my dash for it to come on. It also when it won't work makes it shift crazy or won't go into gear. How do I fix this problem.

[@Stefosaurus]

Did you manage to fix this issue? I have the same problem, my speedometer hasn't worked since late 2019 when I installed a new headunit in my 2001 model, been using a digital speedometer ever since

[@OC.Harm230]

My gas gauge in my 2001 hasn't worked since I bought the car in 2020.. it was stuck on full, replaced the fuel pump and sending unit, still stuck on full.. thought maybe it was a faulty unit so replaced them both again. Gas gauge still doesn't work, but now it reads empty instead of full smh...

[@caseyhusser7994]

Thanks for the tutorial! Did those self tapping screws hold in the long run?

[@DantheFixitMan]

Hi Casey, Yes, still holding and speaker still sounds great! Thanks for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@k.m.parekh4697]

I have a 2001Avalon. Trying to install a back up camera. How would i run the cable from the back of the car to the front of the car?

[@tomblobasjamesc.mccollum1740]

Is it good to do this yearly or bi yearly ect...? What is best?

[@celizabethteal1444]

I never saw any links. I don't know what watt sub woofer the JBL is to begin with. So not sure what to replace it with. Also, if I get a higher watt speaker, will I need a different amp? Does anyone still have the original JBL speaker in a 2004? Maybe you bought the same one or fixed the foam. I'd like to know how the original sounds. Mine is all crackly like Dan's. I just want a loud system with great bass because I listen to rap/hip hop mostly. The one thing I hate is there is no Bluetooth or aux to play music from phone. I did purchase one of those blue tooth things that goes in lighter, but it's not as loud as radio. Would still sound pretty good though with speaker repaired or replaced!

[@Vuxury]

Question: so my stock subwoofer doesn’t work at all in my 2000 Avalon, do you think the new sub would work?

[@DantheFixitMan]

You could always test to see if the wiring is still good, or if the speaker is dead by connecting another speaker with some jumper wires. Best of luck to you, -Dan the Fix it Man

[@codychavarria6088]

This is a 8" sub correct? And how do you match the average wattage RMs give or take

[@jpeg4113]

Do you think that the bass is stronger than the original sub or is it not as strong?

[@chashastings6861]

Thanks Dan

[@julianwilliams4554]

so i replaced the sub in my car but after removing the old one it seems to get no power i plugged the old one in as well and it also seemed to not get power

[@RandomBlueJays]

Do you have a link or suggestions for the terminals used on the speaker wires?

[@uselink5-75]

Bought the same sub from your video, sounds great even being in a free air, the sub works with factory JBL amp. 2000 avalon

[@kylehosein4595]

Did you use the original amplifier? I have the same problem and I just want to replace the sub without having to touch the amplifier.

[@DantheFixitMan]

Yes, I didn’t change the amplifier or do anything else. Thanks for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@jamesgardner6499]

This is fantastic. I always prefer the soldering solution. Too much rattling n shaking to trust the crimps. I once observed a guy use electrical tape to make the connection. The electrician in me was aghast.😮

[@aidanmcburney418]

I was curious if you knew how similar this setup was to a 99’ Avalon and what major differences are there if any?

[@XX-121]

ok so i'm about to replace the speaker. wanted to upgrade the amp too. do you know where that is located? i just want to couple on to the factory rca's and run them to my new amp. thanks for the vid! i just wish the stereo wasn't integrated into the dash because i REALLY wanted to replace that. pisses me off but i got a good deal on the car.

[@bryanmcmanis6942]

@trance dj---- The amplifier for the JBL Toyota Avalon will either be under the Drivers seat or the passenger seat. It depends on what year your Avalon is. Mine is a 2006 Toyota Avalon XLS and the Factory Amplifier is under the Passenger seat. You can look underneath from the front seat to get a better view. That is how I found mine. For yours looking from the back seat or back of front seats may be what you have to do. Hope this helps you out. I never changed mine as it worked just fine powering 12 speakers before age made them blow out.

[@youtubersnewsandreactions8091]

Is it pretty much the same process for a 06’ limited ?

[@bulbousblues1]

Very helpful. Thanks bro

[@codychavarria6088]

Is the rms and wattage a match for the stock sub?

[@richrubino9340]

If I recall...the JBL is 3.7ohms...this is 4ohms. I believe that's a close enough match to not have any issues

[@Jeff21790]

link to the wire cutter and tool to clamp the wires please? Thanks!

[@cashmerefunk2136]

Just passing thur i have 04 black i have the same thing with my car when to different systems store they said they can't do anything. Idk so what do i do. Help..

[@AlexFernandez-yl4up]

Sir can you please help me to change the third brake light for toyota avalon 2008. 😟

[@lucianobarrantes]

Would the 1600w 8” Pyle work too ?

[@echot.2664]

My rear speaker isn’t making any sounds. Is it the speaker that’s broken or the wiring?

[@echot.2664]

Also, thanks for the video!

[@kaikenjr]

Does the sun have to be free air

[@smooveking773]

dose it matter to 4ohm or 2ohm ??

[@ke8975]

Thanks bro. Is it a regular 4 ohm or is it an 8 ohm?

[@DantheFixitMan]

No problem, it’s a 4ohm that I used. Thx! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@amjamil903]

Can you send a link to those wire connectors u used. I cant find them

[@DantheFixitMan]

www.harborfreight.com/520-piece-terminal-set-67686.html These are the connectors I used from Harbor Freight. But here’s a link to a similar kit on Amazon.com: amzn.to/2tv8xE7 Thanks for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@johnmiller2960]

@@DantheFixitMan I'm having trouble with my, speedometer and fuel gage and the temperature gages. They won't work sometimes and I have to smack the dash to get it to work. It sometimes works and when it doesn't work it makes it shift funny and sometimes it won't drive unless I smack the dash .can u tell me what is going on.

[@scottfager5755]

So I called Boss Audio and then several auto sound systems install guys...most are saying the Boss audio CXX8 8 inch subwoofer 600watt 4 ohm voice coil you put in will be UNDERPOWERED with only 75 watts powering the current Avalon base speaker. The result will be a "very distorted sound"☹ Please tell me this is NOT true. Help

[@DantheFixitMan]

Hi Scott, The speaker I installed actually sounds pretty good in the car. My daughter is still driving this Avalon around and I asked her about it, and she thinks it sounds good too. I guess that is mostly compared to the completely blown JBL speaker that was in there... I am sure the people you've talked to are correct in that it's underpowered etc., but it doesn't sound distorted to me. I bought this speaker based on other people's Amazon reviews who had put it in the same vehicle with the same positive results that I had. There were quite a few people that put it into the 2000-2004 Avalon to replace the factory speaker and said it sounded good. Whatever speaker you decide to install, please post your results on here in the comments so it will be helpful to others. Thanks for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@markbosold9061]

Well, the first step of just pulling the speaker cover towards the front of the car to remove it did nothing. I cant get it off by just pulling on it with my hands

[@OC.Harm230]

Mine was a bitch to get off the 1st time when I had to replace the 3rd brake light bulb cuz it had probably never been taken off. Took me over 30m smh. Now it comes off w/ ease, it's just that initial time after being on there 20yrs.

[@Stephanie-nq5rl]

I did the exact thing even got the same speaker and there no no sound the old jbl did wk

[@DantheFixitMan]

Hi Stephanie, Maybe it is a loose wire or connector, I would double check the connections on the new speaker and also make sure the connector on the original speaker wiring is plugged in completely. Best of luck to you, please let me know if you are able to get it worked out. Thx, -Dan the Fix it Man

[@federalbureauofinvestigati7085]

Just bought a 04 went to do tgis but i cant find a good speaker

[@poyp777]

For the love of god i cannot get the subwoofer out I tried for over an hour today

[@BR-ms6te]

Did you get it out

[@poyp777]

@@BR-ms6te nope. Just disconnected it, took the wires out and put in a dual 10" in the trunk. Its still in there lol

[@pinchelongero9887]

I got a 00 avalon did the same and no sound! 😥

[@DantheFixitMan]

Bummer, You’re the second person to have an issue with this. I would recommend double checking the connections to the new speaker and the plastic connector as well. Sorry to hear it’s not working, but please let me know if you are able to get it figured out. Best of luck! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@hectoroquendo717]

you did not say the size of speaker whether a 6 or 8 inch speaker

[@DantheFixitMan]

8”

[@kiserschaus]

Ohms? Thnx​@@DantheFixitMan

[@DantheFixitMan]

@@kiserschaus 4

[@sc00b3rt]

Just buy a new one. You can get JBLs for 50 bucks. The foam replacement lasts maybe 2 years.

[@cucar8761]

Just so you know, those fucking Pyle speakers don't fit at all. WAY too big. After I pissed around with this for 2 hours I finally realized there is no fitting them in that space where the other one went. Better take that link down. I just wasted 50 bucks.

[@edurado1996]

I don’t have access to a drill; do I NEED to drill the speaker into the mount? Thank you!