I Found a Dummy Speaker & Turned it into the Best Budget Subwoofer Upgrade for Ford Bronco

[@rydfree]

The reason Ford did this is simple , to keep the line moving with as little disruption as possible. The UAW probably also had a say as to the persons job being eliminated due to the short term supply constraints of the spkr/amp assemblys. I put the 8" version of the Kicker sub along with a Kicker Key 500.1 amp in my 2dr and it surpasses the B&O in a co-workers 4dr. Installing sound deadening mat on the inside fender , rear of trim panel and polyfill inside the box is a must IMO. Actually love that they chose to include the box and wiring for me :)

[@MarkTrades__]

most of the time if there is some component that no longer gets made, an employee gets moved to another area that needs additional headcount. Especially in a union environment. Its not a system where you can just fire someone because you stopped making the part they were assigned to build. Most of the time these types of ppl rotate jobs regularly to cross-train in different areas and prevent repetitive strain injuries.

[@crimson49er]

i got a Ford Fusion amp & put a Kicker 6.5" sub into the enclosure as well...enabled the sub in Forscan and it worked great. i also swapped out the rear pods with the ssv 6.5" pods, installed 4" Focal's in the dash and 6.5" Focal's in the kick panels and pods with a Kicker 200.4 amp. Upgrading the pods made such a big difference. all in all, a budget sound system that sounds solid, great volume even at freeway speeds with the top off.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Awesome! I’ll slowly continue upgrading the speakers :)

[@liadyinjayarlo5739]

Does it matter what year of ford fusion? and is it specific to the sub woofer only?

[@crimson49er]

@@liadyinjayarlo5739 here's the part number for the fusion amp: FP5T18C808AB .it's just for the sub.

[@bobuncle8704]

Seems like just the right amount of bass

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

it seems to do the trick!

[@EricBellis]

Had the same sub-delete dilemma two weeks ago but opted for the stinger tailgate sub and wiring kit with their amp. Your method seems easier with less panels being removed and fewer wiring harnesses/output converters. Awesome forscan tutorial. Thank you!

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

You’re welcome! Awesome to hear about yours, I may upgrade some more down the road :)

[@K03sport]

oh, now the video makes sense as to why it was in my recommended list after seeing Jim....the dummy speaker will make nice wall art.

[@justingalasso1850]

Depending on the amp you use. You'll get more power with a dvc sub wired down to 2 or 1 ohm. Not all amps are capable of running low impedances, but usually the lower you get the more power you get too.

[@olehockey]

Completed this last night. Complete plug and play. Thank you for walking me through the entire process. Perfect amount of bass.

[@Saints_Tigers_Demons]

Did forscan work as advertised? She hasn’t let me down yet, but I’m nervous anytime I plug anything into the dash.

[@rogerpratchet]

​@@Saints_Tigers_Demonsyes it is. They've updated protocol a bit so that's why you need newest forscan and cable to do this. Hope this protocol update will live for another decade at least.

[@PicklerEntertainment]

I wish my 2022 OBX came with that dummy speaker setup. In my prior 2021 OBX I installed a downfacing sub box and I liked it. The sound was amazing, but I hated eating up that floor space.... This time around I went with the pull-out tailgate which has been one of my favorite upgrades since getting my latest Bronco. So this time around my options are by the Ford OEM sub box you have and build a stock-like setup OR add one to my rear door panel. But, by using that stock Sub box means you save all that interior space and you can still use your rear door panel for other mods. The fact that you have the box and speaker panel cut out straight from Ford is the IDEAL situation. If only they all came like that.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I agree, it is nice not eating up cargo space!

[@gorlynmortenson7969]

Great Video !! I took out all my speakers and had put in Rockford Fosgate speakers, amp and sub. ( 300 Watt ) Sounds awesome !!! Heading to Bronco Celebration (West) in Colorado hope to see lots of Broncos !!!

[@Jesusl094]

From what i heard is that they put dummy speakers because they ran out of subs so they had a -250$ on the sticker price to compensate the short

[@yungsilvia2507]

no, it's so if you buy the upgraded sound system or have a higher trim level, they'll install it, it's cheaper and faster to leave the empty speaker enclosures instead of having someone take them out during production.

[@moparjr89]

​@@yungsilvia2507 its much cheaper and easier to not install the box in the first place

[@yungsilvia2507]

@@moparjr89 yes so there way probably an issue during the process

[@Saints_Tigers_Demons]

This 110% works!!! Great video, great forscan walkthrough… it all worked and I couldn’t be happier.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Awesome!!

[@cohokid6936]

Would've been nice if you reviewed the removal of the side panel.

[@ppropps]

I would look into the JL Audio stealth box for the bronco. Fits in the same place too so you still don’t loose trunk space!

[@AmyStewartbronco]

Girl you’re awesome!!! Thank you for helping me jam out my fake ass speakers!! Sounds SO MUCH better! The only thing I had to figure out on my own was that you need a license key from Forscan, in which they offer a free (2-month) license key (if anyone get’s that error BTW) Thanks again for putting this video together!!

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Glad you were able to upgrade!!

[@brianwaugh8482]

I have seen a couple people do this then add some dynamat type material to the box or spray truck bed liner to deaden it a bit. the more rigid the box structure the better the bass will be.

[@DavidHannon-j3q]

Followed the instructions in the video. Bought a Ford Fusion Amp on Evil-Bay, did the Forscan programing and it worked great. Many thanks for the video!

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Great to hear!

[@RDECatRR2009]

Just the right amount of what I needed. Thank you for the walk-through of everything. Literally was a plug-and-play. Good job BuckleUpButtercup.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Thank you and glad it helped!

[@arieljaquez5444]

It's the same as vehicles that didn't have fog lights while others did. Everything is there except maybe the plug. The bracket is still there, the space on the fuse box is there, just no lights. But as far as the boom, I personally would've gone with JL Audio or Alpine, and a Rockford Fosgate amp.

[@nikiarcher7451]

Thank you for this! I was able to replace the fake sub and amp very easily after watching this video!

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Awesome!!

[@Charlotte-thebest]

Say i accidentally threw out the pressure ring from the dummy speaker. How would i get a new one? are they universal or is there a part number? Im having trouble finding one.

[@krispyasfk2567]

I have 2 12 inch Memphis subs in my trunk with 1000 watt amp, they're not super loud like i would have had years ago but they're perfect for me now in my late 30s and depending on what I'm listening to they can get stupid loud on occasion but i mostly listen to metal and rock these days. I'll never have a vehicle without some sort of subs, once you have them you can never go back.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I agree, I love having that bass sound and I'm "old" haha

[@mpeugeot]

yes, but clearly the 100w sub-woofer amp from Ford is superior... LOL. ;)

[@texasliam]

I wish Jim would have covered the wire location on the speaker. Which goes where.

[@warusk2nd]

Did you end up upgrading the amp 11 mos later? Also did you only connect one of the voice coils?

[@dannycardin8966]

Awesome thanks for this video this is what I was waiting for. Thanks for all the info on the forscan stuff. Keep up the great work.👍🏼👏🏼😊❤️

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Thank you, glad it was helpful

[@andredavoodi5323]

What kind of Amp should i get to work with the subwoofer?

[@CK-jd7wo-test]

I wonder if there is a part number for the dummy setup. This is wild.

[@jgaudio69]

Should add some sound deadener in and around the sub box and upgrade to like dd, sundown kicker is junk if it's not the l7 lol

[@aaronsipe2576]

Definitely a huge difference 👍

[@tomcoleman8894]

I purchased the Ford Fusion amp and the kicker sub and did the Forscan "reprograming" like your video showed, and WOW that was spot on and it is amazing the difference in the sound coming from the radio now. BTW... I am coming from a Bose system in my last vehicle, so I am now enjoying the radio more now. So just want to say thank you for the detailed information. I would like to know though if you have any other cool mods that I can use the Forscan software on to do upgrades to my 2023 Wildtrack Bronco... Take Care and Happy New Year! TC

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I’m so happy you found the video helpful. It does make a nice difference in sound, happy new year!

[@chadgiddings6876]

2ohm or 4ohm subwoofer? also where do you get the info on what to change in Forscan?

[@BuckleUpGarage_]

A 4 ohm subwoofer was installed… where do you get the forscan information?!? FROM THIS VIDEO OF COURSE 😂

[@chadgiddings6876]

4 ohm thank you, I am trying to find forscan info on the upfitter switches I installed , maybe you can help with that?@@BuckleUpGarage_

[@greglebeau9477]

Which amp did you purchase for the bronco

[@keefjustkeith]

I honestly didn't know you had to reprogram the BCM just to add an amp & subwoofer! WoW! Learn something new every day. 👍

[@nickmolinaro4898]

Hello, Please let me know if you need to take out the bottom flooring when removing the side panel to get access to the subwoofer? Some video's are showing that as a requirement but in your video it seems you the left the flooring in-tack. Also do you have a video showing how to remove the side-panel where the subwoofer is located?

[@fpostgate]

Hi There, Please describe the interference with the Ford ProCal you mentioned. Thanks either way...

[@jque35ify]

Look at that trunk space !

[@lawgi2]

Sounds great! Only broke a clip and some other piece that don’t seem to make a difference. No need to upgrade any other speakers with this at least for me.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Glad you’re happy with it!

[@jillhazlewood]

Ford had many complaints about the sound system and planned to add the 7th speaker included on all 2023 Broncos, but not announce it, just an attempt at surprise and delight for their Bronco owners. Because of supply constraints, they didn’t have the speaker and amp inventory to get them off the line. Knowing they had kept it under wraps they just did the 7 speaker delete when they ran out of parts and added a dummy that could be switched out later on a service visit. There ARE non B&O 2023 Broncos produced early on that have all 7 functioning speakers. Just depends on when it was produced and from what factory. I looked at a few that had all 7 speakers and was sad the one I bought didn’t

[@habutti]

Well my 2023 Badlands has that same stuff, the difference is that mine is a real working speaker 😊

[@CJensen651]

Is all this the same as if you have a factory working sub? Does the stock amp have enough power for the Kicker sub?

[@billymanilli]

Did you read the bulletin SSM 51784 from the NHTSA, by chance? Not sure what year yours is, but, that might be it?

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Thank you! This is the first official thing I have read. Everyone has their speculations or said they had the proof with no result! You win!!

[@ewingfox6459]

SSM 51784 2023 Bronco - 6-Speaker Audio System - Non-Operational Subwoofer - Built On Or Before 11-Jul-2023 Due to a supplier chip-shortage, 2023 Bronco vehicles built on or before 11-Jul-2023 and equipped with a 6-speaker sound system come with a non-operational rear amplifier. This non-operational amplifier (service part number N2DZ-18C804-B) will not produce sound (by design) from the rear subwoofer. The non-operational rear amplifier and subwoofer assembly will appear identical to a working system. Customers have been notified and compensated appropriately for this change to the vehicle. For more details, refer to the Electronic Field Communication titled Product Offering Changes: Ford Bronco Audio System published on 09-Dec-2022. Vehicles that meet these criteria should not be diagnosed for a symptom related to poor/no performance from the rear subwoofer.

[@ewingfox6459]

Thanks - mystery (sort of) solved - now why did the Ford plant do this?

[@Displacement-destroyer]

Man, that was funny. I thought you said Forskin I had to listen to It several times before.I realized you were saying floor skin 🤔 😂❤😂😂

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I was saying FORScan, it’s a program

[@andrewbryan1036]

Some of the ford's has a option to have a factory sub or not

[@milkman2705]

I heard it's an option from ford for the sub/amp

[@adkcampadventures]

Nice job! I would have added some fiber filling to that sub box as plastic is pretty terrible for sound quality.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I may go and do more of that, but I wanted to see if I even liked this. I will likely upgrade overall, but we will see

[@BenJamin-ou7kd]

Yeah right like you could tell the diference in sound quality on an 8" sub inside a vehicle with a plastic box....

[@adkcampadventures]

@@BenJamin-ou7kd She used a 6.75" sub not an 8" and yes, you can tell the difference. I've been doing this for 25 years and never have put a sub in an empty box

[@kenlevengood9416]

Put the fusion amp in and kicker speaker, no sound,do i have to change the forescan for it to work. Thanks

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Did you watch the video?

[@kenlevengood9416]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV yes I did , and the next day you got the new cable and you did the forscan, today I ordered the same cable from Amazon and am going to use my sister in laws laptop, hopefully that will fix the problem.

[@everettmagnusson9154]

Anything from a fusion is cursed. Just do an aftermarket install old school. Alpine amp, pioneer ect. An amplifier wiring kit's only like 20 bucks

[@jayesbeautifulchaos2244]

If I hadn’t of seen this video I never would of thought to check my window sticker. My badlands is the same as yours with the $250 credit. I guess it’s time to take it in to get a real sub and amp installed. I’m not very tech savvy so I’ll let the pros handle this one.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Isn’t it crazy?! A nice way for a good upgrade :)

[@jayesbeautifulchaos2244]

so true!!! @@BuckleUpButtercupTV

[@mattmcdevitt3758]

If you want to thump on the base, get a JL audio speaker and a precision power amp

[@rogerjohnson9569]

I have a 23 bronco with the fake sub..can I use that same wire to hook up 1500 watt pioneer amp without running in more wires. I know how to use forscan as I upgraded all speakers to kicker ks and the 6.5 mabbett pods....

[@roypase8488]

You initially made a comment about the original wiring harness; did your install work and that was the before then you updated software for after sound? TY

[@attitude4334]

Sorry silly question. Can I avoid Forscan? I don’t feel comfortable about messing with software. Thanks!

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

No, you’ll have to do forscan

[@attitude4334]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV thanks!

[@MyIronman8]

They had show me those side panels they put that thing behind the the side pan because they simply did with the side panels are rattle if they didn't put it in there it would probably rattle when you're going down the road

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Not true, my other Bronco doesn’t have it

[@kenlevengood9416]

Did you just take off the side panel,or the floor and scuff plate and rear door edge. Thanks

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I have washout flooring so I had to take the bottom floor panel off in order to remove the quarter panel

[@christiankaptain5582]

What kind of screws would I need to buy for the install?

[@K03sport]

#8 1/2"-3/4" self tappers or button head Phillips (or hex head) screws.

[@joshiyama]

I have a 2024 Big Bend and whatever is behind there emits a knocking noise when the keys get in proximity of the vehicle and sometimes randomly while the car is off. So checking my sticker it says I have a AM/FM,7 SPKRS,SDARS so I think i have a functioning Sub in that spot.

[@TroyGoode-t8b]

You said you used an amp out of a fusion. Do you have a part number for that?? Thanks

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Part number for the amp fp5t-18c808-ab

[@Saints_Tigers_Demons]

FoMoCo FP5T-18C808-AB Audio High Performance Sound System Amplifier for Ford Fusion FP5T18C808AB

[@everettmagnusson9154]

I'm sure Pick-n-Pull has plenty of vehicles to choose from

[@1998gst4611]

You should at least went with a 8" subwoofer at a minimum for your bass but i understand your restricted to fit a 6 3/4" sub to go into the factory oem sub enclosure. That is crazy that it came with a oem factory sub enclosure and top of that Ford put a dummy amp and speaker into it. They usually don't do that if the vehicle was bought as a base model with the minimal options on it.

[@bruth6138]

Im curious as to how your loctite works as it disintegrates ABS plastic. It turns it into jelly.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

No problems here

[@DelCalloway]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV Until you try to or next owner attempts to remove the screws and realize they won't budge. Loc-Tite is for metal on metal security.

[@NicksTech]

Do you know if this would work conceptually to my Lincoln Corsair that has the sub deleted?

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

No clue, sorry

[@christianmarleton1333]

Just get 800ms with 2 ×15 in a regular box. Just dont crank it up too high for that deep low tones your heart desires.

[@toddbrandes1138]

I have been waiting for this video (or one like this). Thanks for figuring this all out! Was it difficult getting the back panel off to access the sub?

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

It’s not that difficult, it’s worth it :)

[@jamesw1791]

I did exactly what you did, but I felt like the bass for the subwoofer using the Ford amp was mediocre at best.

[@anthonygallo3576]

Great video,im going to check to see if i have a box in my 23 wildtrac.BTW what kind of cargo mat is that?

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Hopefully you have it! It’s my Buckle Up Offroad mat! buckleupoffroad.com/pages/search?q=Cargo%20mat

[@debraclancy2652]

Foreskin...foreskin..foreskin. You kept hearing it toooo😂..

[@dannyp4959]

Great video! What was the difficulty with the tune and forescan? Is there some extra step I need? Love my tune too! And totally am also excited I got the empty sub box instead of the pocket I had in my Jan 22.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

As long as you have the forscan tool above and latest software update, you should be fine as far as the tube interference. Forscan needed to update software.

[@billymanilli]

Did you read the bulletin SSM 51784 from the NHTSA, by chance?

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Someone just commented about it!! So happy to have an “official answer” 👏🏼👏🏼

[@rubentorres5757]

Will this void warranty?

[@JohnniePokemonNj]

They can’t void your warranty for that

[@nicknatale9733]

Do they make for scan for Mac

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

No

[@nicknatale9733]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV thank you that sucks lol

[@raymondterrazas5702]

Name of the song ?

[@BroncBro]

PLEASE HELP! I’ve been looking for the Ford Fusion amp and don’t know where to buy it from a reputable company. Do you have any suggestions as to where to purchase the amp?

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I recommend a junk yard or eBay/Amazon used.

[@BroncBro]

Thank you so much for your help! Keep up the GREAT work :)@@BuckleUpButtercupTV

[@robertnotman310]

Well, I sure can't seem to find that part anywhere. Give us a hint to where to find. Couldn't find using Google for hours, nor on eBay.

[@robertnotman310]

Nevermind, I searched on Bronco 6g and found a source TeamEquip, right away. Order the amp. Ordered the speaker you suggested from Amazon. Also, ordered some Kilmat to put in the box. At least I think that it is were it goes. I'm an audio noob.

[@robertnotman310]

Ordered your recommended OBD adapter as well.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

looks like you're going in the right direction :)

[@davenealy7254]

Just sitting here with a pile of money waiting for y’all to produce and sell aftermarket boxes and grills.

[@basketofshine]

Did you have to take the top off to get that panel out?

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

No

[@basketofshine]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV sweet, ty.

[@apexbmx5852]

random question, what do you have on the b-pillar, the exterior black panel?

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

good eye! This is something I am getting ready to offer on the website. It's a protection panel.

[@apexbmx5852]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV awesome, yes that section seems like a very scratch a fade prone area!

[@vahlokcambo3178]

i have a feeling my 2024 ford everest sport might have a dummy, after seeing this.. im not home for another week, but im ripping the back pannel off to check, will keep you all posted

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Let me know!

[@TrailsTracks]

So has a factory amp and sub, and it was connected, but sounds so quiet, bought amp and sub, going to use this as a signal to the new amp, will let ya know how that goes... weird though the factory sub has 4 wires connected to it, from the factory amp.. that's confusing me

[@D1G1TALSYNAPS3]

I have GYATT to get me one of those things that go boom. And a sun enclosure while I’m at it.

[@kenlevengood9416]

Where did you buy the fusion amp from, and is there a year the amp is. Thanks

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I put part number in description.

[@kenlevengood9416]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV thank you

[@joedatuknow]

Seem like i just had to tell someone they could do this idk oddd that i got videos on it you can get better bass with amp or change the way the wires go into the speakers black to red on one side then black to black an red to red chages ohm's of the speaker also pluging the air hole at the bottom will do wonders with the bass as well idk why i wrote this im guess most people know this already

[@nopiatl]

Great job.. Where's the Bass 🔊

[@amberpineda6323]

Do you have a video how to install the jbl basspro go? Thanks, your video was helpful

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

2021 Ford Bronco Speaker Sound Quality Install Update | Is LUX worth it? JBL Bass Pro Go Upgrade kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5Szh3aHebdjl7c

[@JackoTJK]

Pull it back out and put pieces of sound deadener on and in the box and reinstall for a better sound

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I likely will, but I may upgrade the amp first

[@K03sport]

and polyfill, the white fluffy stuff...tricks the sub into thinking it is bigger than it is...

[@anthonygallo3576]

The reason its there is this. It was a 6 speaker system with a sub the inclosures were installed but ford ran out of subs, look on your window sticker .if you have a $250 credit .you got thr dummy goods

[@fxgamer-11yt]

you dont need to triger anything its al wired and ready to go having to triger anything form the radio isnt ture nore a thang that is real the system is as you said is plug and play the deck is what controls the sub not the ecu have a good day

[@JGarcia2016]

The some L7 kickers subs those subs you will be feeling the thump lol 😂😅

[@timreichman3734]

The MY2023 added the sub standard but eventually was deleted for constant reasons. But ya weird to put dummies in

[@Shawn-d5n]

They did that during Covid when they were having problems getting parts.

[@joshr19821]

You’re very lucky bc that speaker housing is $250 to buy, so you got off lucky. I am getting a 2023 that has the sun delete, so it is being said that I won’t have anything you have?

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

That’s a bummer! It’s so hard to keep up with all the changes!

[@joshr19821]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV it’s okay I am getting a kicker 10 in aftermarket one

[@SaintDevillife]

Wow!

[@floridafarmer8855]

That's duel voice coil not hooked up properly

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

There are no coils in the speaker, no insides in amp, it’s all an empty dummy

[@BigWheelFab]

The jury is still out on that issue. 😂

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

So far the only official thing I found was this. Nothing about crash test… all I found was hearsay about it. static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10239478-0001.pdf

[@miguelkennedy9520]

Buckle Up Buttercup makes the best videos ever :)

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Thanks 😊

[@miguelkennedy9520]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV You’re welcome 😊

[@Kevin6t8]

Come on Ford! Not all of us use Windows devices. It sucks that I can't use my iPhone, or iPad. I have a Mac Mini, but not a MacBook. I haven't used Windows since the Windows phone was a thing.

[@Wqiuyr1235]

Have others found this in their bronco?

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

yes

[@Saints_Tigers_Demons]

Yes. Exact same thing. Pulled it out and looked at in the driveway thinking to myself… ford paid somebody to put this thing in there. Imagine that person’s sense of purpose. Hopefully they have a bronco and at least drive happy. Anyways. Got the fusion amp, all installed, Waiting for my forscan chord to come in so I can attempt to activate it.

[@danielmcgowan8445]

Ford had a short run on subs. The 250 dollar credit reason is correct

[@kakd1870]

A B&O license is only 2 bytes.

[@MarkTrades__]

She may not care why this happened BUT OH MY GOD I NEED TO KNOW. Working as a tier 3 supplier to Ford, GM and others. I cannot fathom them adding components they don't need to or that don't do anything for the vehicle. It feels like this missed installing some components or something. CRAZY. I NEED to know

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

So far I heard it was because the original crash tests were done with one in place. Who knows if it’s the case, I haven’t found any “official” announcement

[@MarkTrades__]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV man that's just tough to understand as they didn't install the driver for the speaker, so if that's okay , then why install the amp still? I can understand leaving the box itself but idk...so strange. Any other broncos u know have same thing?

[@thephantom1492]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV If the fake speaker and fake amp is about the same weight as the real one, then yes it might be. It can change the weight distribution, which affect how everything react. My guess is that they ran out of time or money to do all the tests required, so they played it safe by adding the dummy. Or maybe the crash test failed without it. In that case they would have done some modifications and redone the tests. Those modifications might not be visible as it can be a simple thicker weld, or weaker one. A recall is very expensive and damage the reputation of the compagny. And is a massive pain in the butt!

[@lindseycason5768]

@@MarkTrades__ We immediately checked ours after this video. Fake! So we upgraded lol

[@MarkTrades__]

@@lindseycason5768 so so strange!

[@RobertDickens2002]

Im thinking somebody just left some parts out the speaker

[@floridafarmer8855]

It's duel voice coil lol

[@jasonschaeffer72]

At this point they should just place a functioning speaker.

[@Just_Joe71]

This is old news. Every 2023 has this setup.

[@fredriethmiller2266]

Actually, any ‘23 Bronco produced on or after 12/21/2022 has this fake sub.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Actually not every 23 static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10239478-0001.pdf

[@markfresh2000]

My '23 has a working factory sub. I'm replacing the woofer with the kicker to see if it helps a bit. Might just do the Kicker amp too, but we'll see how the woofer sounds. The stock one is very weak.

[@richardhiatt9749]

Great find ( fake speaker by FORD ) and Super Upgrade …. 🎉

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Thanks!

[@reggiewilson9667]

Whoever ordered your Bronco ordered it with the Subwoofer delete. That means it came with 6 speakers instead of 7. Ford installed the Dummy Speaker on purpose.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10239478-0001.pdf