How to replace Front and Rear Speakers in a Honda Civic (2006 to 2011)

How to replace Front and Rear Speakers in a Honda Civic (2006 to 2011). This video details how to replace the speakers in a Honda Civic. I show you how to test them as well. No special tools are needed and the job is actually pretty easy. Let me know if you have any thoughts.
General Amazon Links:
Amazon.ca link amzn.to/2YHcSzZ
Amazon.com link amzn.to/3rpIWEy
The Amazon US links are:
Speaker Brackets:
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Wiring Adaptors and Harness:
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Cheap Trim Removal Tool:
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Ultimate trim tool (you will probably never need another, its that good):
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Speakers: I could not find the CS-DR620 but did find a similar set CS-DR621, these are similar to the ones I bought, but they are also good for shallow mount.
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If you need a cheaper speaker the (CS-J620) are good, but they are 30W instead of 50W.
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The Amazon CANADA links are:
Speaker Brackets I bought is:
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The link for the wiring adaptors I used is:
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Wire harness (check your year of 8th Gen):
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Cheap Trim Removal tool:
amzn.to/38D1bi0 or small set amzn.to/2X45cXt
Ultimate trim tool you will probably never need another:
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The speakers I used were bought on clearance, they were JVC model CS-DR620. They are on amazon:
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I found a similar set of 6.5" speakers. This model is JVC model CS-J620 they are 30W instead of 50W and a little cheaper.
amzn.to/3dPkYLV
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#garageking

[@MikeyBadabingBadaboom]

This is literally the best door disassembly as well as best speaker installation video on KZbin. For any car. Such a professional clean job. And funny.

[@GarageKing]

Thanks soo much for the comment!!!! Really do appreciate it, and its comments like this that keep me going!!! Cheers and thanks!!!!

[@vagramvardanyan9407]

The internet never ceases to amaze there is literally a video for everything, you can learn about anything in seconds when before you had to know someone who might know someone.

[@GarageKing]

That is an awesome comment, very deep !!!! Love it !!!

[@stevieonh]

4 and a half years late to the show, but, thanks for this video. I just replaced the rear speakers in my old beater using this video and the product links you proivded. Good work!

[@GarageKing]

Thank you for the great comment, and support to the channel. Much appreciated my friend

[@thetiktokman]

Many thanks for this how-to video; after blowing my 2006 Civic’s driver’s side speakers, I swapped out the dead speakers for a 2nd. hand set that cost $50 for 4. My local car audio shop quoted me $668 for 2 new ones plus installation! Now I have 4 speaker surround for LOUD FUCKING MUSIC WHILE DRIVING!!!

[@GarageKing]

That is awesome !!!!! Love it !!! Thanks so much for the comment, and sorry for the late reply. I'm on vacation so I'm just checking messages sporadically. Excellent that you were able to save some cash !! Thanks :)

[@alexwardle9978]

Just put new speakers in my 07 civic as I bought it used and the fronts were blown. Saved me 100s of dollars. Thanks so much!

[@GarageKing]

Thank you for the great comment !!! Happy Saturday to you :)

[@chamroeneng]

Replaced my front speakers today. Thank you for this. I bought the recommended tools and made the whole process so much easier.

[@GarageKing]

Thank you soo much for the comment, and thanks for supporting the channel. I do appreciate it :)

[@NutmegThumper]

Love how you didn’t disconnect the door handle cables like other vids. Much simpler your way. Nice video!

[@GarageKing]

Thanks a bunch!!! I do appreciate the comment. Thanks again and hope you are enjoying your weekend :)

[@jayminc3442]

Came here from a Door Checker replacement video where they tore away the vapor barrier to gain access, comment section recommended access via the speaker hole. Your disassembly video was better and the speaker access was a far easier job 😂 My door no longer swings freely 😀

[@GarageKing]

That is awesome and thanks for the comment, much appreciated !!

[@BMathiesen]

You made this look so easy! Whenever I've done speakers on my cars there's always something that gets in the way or doesn't go how I planned hahaha. Great video brotha

[@GarageKing]

Thank you, and much appreciated. The speakers were a good upgrade as a few of the factory ones actually burnt out, so it was a necessary job. Thanks bro !!!

[@christopherwatermeier9609]

Best video I've seen on replacing these speakers! Thanks for the detailed instruction

[@GarageKing]

Thanks soo much for the wonderful comment!!!! It is comments like these that keep me going!!!! Thank you my friend!!!

[@thedancam5132]

Thank you for this video! It allowed me to replace my own broken speaker and save a lot of money on repairs. Plus it made me feel empowered to do my own work on my car!

[@GarageKing]

Thank you for the great comment and glad I was part of the process !!!

[@summerkapanka7963]

My speakers and mounts didn't fit but I still shoved them in! Thanks for the vid!

[@GarageKing]

Thanks for the comment, You really have to push those mounts in to make them fit, they can be tight!!! I'm glad you got it all buttoned up :) Definitely an upgrade from the factory!!

[@garry2280]

Thank you 🙏 I thought I was going to have to remove the whole rear deck!! Thumbs up

[@GarageKing]

Thank you good Sir !!

[@lulupokes]

Awesome!! Thank you so much for the links. I've been searching for speaker adapters on Amazon but I had never come across these particular units. They seem legit!

[@GarageKing]

Thanks soo much, appreciate the positive feedback and glad I was able to help :)

[@Phelper99]

Well done, very nice. I dont' have a Civic, I have a 2011 Fit, but your instructions for the most part are the same (at least for doors since the Fit doesn't have the rear deck).

[@GarageKing]

Thanks for the comment!!! Glad you enjoyed the video and shared that the Fit is very similar. Good to know :) Thanks :)

[@noreen0604]

First time installing car speakers, and through numerous videos I was able to figure out how to get to the front door speaker. But was met with a hurdle. No one talks about the speaker bracket or wiring adapter. I didn't even know what that part was to order, that is until I found your video. Though my car is a 95 you provided the information, and links to finish the install. I didn't know that the rear needed brackets, the other speakers (not factory) didn't have any so I just installed it the same way. It will be nice to get the rears to fit better, and then do the front speakers. If it is a success you helped me save $100 for installation. I ordered the JVC speakers through your link, and if they work out well then I can return the Kickers that were double the price. Thank you so much for this video!

[@GarageKing]

Thank you for the great comment and glad I was able to help, I appreciate the time you took to write you message. Thank you !!

[@Bolensgoldrush]

Fellow Canadian?? So helpful that you added the Canadian Amazon links and I loved your random music you added. Great vid

[@GarageKing]

Thanks so much for the kind comment!!! Truly appreciate that, thank you from a Fellow Canadian !!!!

[@Rabiiid]

Awesome video, Thank you so much. Ill save the video for when i upgrade my speakers. For now i'm having issues with an after market stereo i bought. I believe I have a short, grounded or whatever you call it (power issue) that messed up my OEM stereo and is now giving me problems with my aftermarket touchscreen stereo.

[@GarageKing]

Thanks so much for the great comment. I know all about electrical gremlins. Hope you get it all sorted out :)

[@richardmanley3834]

Your technique enabled me to access the door checker with ease and change it out! Many thanks!

[@GarageKing]

Thanks for the comment and glad I could help out !!!

[@dustinwoodhouse1940]

Excellent video!! So clearly explained, and all the relevant stuff captured in the video. Thanks for making this!

[@GarageKing]

Thanks so much for the comment !!! I do appreciate it :) Happy Saturday to you !!

[@SLIMHARDAWAY543]

Subscribed my guy ! B/c you showed how to actually re assemble the door, something small but it’s the thought lol

[@GarageKing]

I appreciate it very much!!!!! Thanks!!!

[@shahnawazvlog6266]

I am running your playlist 49 video adds and all no skipping none stop to show support the channel, I will not be at the pc, but I will check in and out sometime to leave comment if I can.. have a great day Until next time! Thanks for great content you provide on this channel to help DIY 🌹🌹👍👍

[@GarageKing]

Thanks so much I really do appreciate that !!!! much much appreciated :)

[@rick15666]

This is a PERFECT video, I will use for swapping mine out. I haven’t yet decided if I’m going to retain the OEM “premium” dash unit, kind of an important decision before choosing door speakers. I guess I’d like to hear just how much better a simple swap of speakers sounds with the stock radio, 30% better? Or is it like night and day. With a head unit replacement, it’s night and day. Might be worth the trouble (for me). Can’t decide though, so SO much easier to just swap these out with speakers that are known to do well with the factory unit in terms of power output/frequency range etc. Thoughts?

[@GarageKing]

Hey Brother, thanks for the comment. I do appreciate it, and try my best!!! Regarding the speakers there was quite a noticeable difference. Especially in the clarity. I did think of what you're thinking, and was torn. I had even though of a sub and separate amp....... I thought to myself I would do the speakers first and if I was not happy, then I would do the head unit, and then the sub last if needed. That's why its important to get decent speakers to replace the factory ones. IF you get the cheapest ones you can find, then changing the head unit isn't going to do a whole lot anyway. For me the sound difference was quite a bit. I would say they sounded about 80% better than the factory speakers, and most noticeably they were A LOT clearer with cleaner high frequencies. I was surprised as how well the factory head unit worked, so after I swapped the speakers I was happy with the sound quality and stayed with that. Now everyone is different so you may not be happy, but I would maybe consider doing a step at a time to see if just the speakers meet your needs. A sub would be another level, as its something the door and rear speakers can't compete with, but after I changed out the speakers, I just found I wasn't really longing for a sub anymore. Hope I answered your question and if you need anything else by all means let me know. Thanks and Happy Sunday :)

[@adamwg6559]

thank you so much bro! i have a 07 coupe civic si and its speakers sound like ass, so im going to replace them soon. hopefully it isnt too different from this one. thanks again!

[@GarageKing]

Sweet, and thanks for the comment !!!!

[@chloeleedow7250]

Agreed best video on this model of civic others undid all the door cables and other horrendous exercises that didn't even need doing lol great thankyou! 😊

[@GarageKing]

Thanks so much for the kind comment. I do appreciate it. Thanks !!!

[@yoogalim]

Literally the best editing 😂🎉

[@GarageKing]

Thanks so much for the comment, appreciated :)

[@MarioSanchez-in8et]

Muchas gracias por el video era justo lo que necesitaba, mira otro video y para instalar las bocinas de atras quito los sillones y todo, tu video es muy bueno y entendible

[@GarageKing]

Muchísimas gracias, aprecio tu comentario. Es lo que me mantiene en marcha. Gracias de nuevo :)

[@thatsdior]

Best assimilation video ever !

[@GarageKing]

Thanks so much for the great comment !!! Much appreciated !!

[@BryanLawhorn]

You crushed it dude, thank you for making this, I am about to order with your links

[@GarageKing]

Thank you soo much!! I do appreciate you using the link as it helps the channel. I put everything and more back into the channel so thank you for that !!!

[@ant4373]

Yoo thank you so much! Explained everything very well, made it look easy. You are appreciated

[@GarageKing]

Thanks soo much brother!!! I do appreciate the comment, and love getting comments like this, they keep me going!!!!!! Thanks again and have a great day :)

[@Oscar-qs4nt]

See you had fun with those effects haha

[@GarageKing]

I did hahaha, I’m glad you enjoyed them. I put pictures and videos as effects in all my vids. Kind of my signature and glad you appreciated them. They are a lot of work. Thanks brother!!!!

[@MW97058]

Rocking this how-to video in 2024!! Great video! Do you still have your Civic??

[@GarageKing]

Yes I do!!! Still running great. I did a few other maintenance vids on it, it had an oil leak and needed an AC recharge plus I put a navigation system in it. The mileage keeps piling up, but there is still love for the 8th gen civic !!!

[@karlinladeramusic]

Great to see this vids growth!

[@GarageKing]

I know I was really happy with this vid !!!

[@biggutti311]

Thanks man ur video really helped me a lot. Really appreciate the links in the description u made my life so easy love you man

[@GarageKing]

Thanks for the great comment and glad I could help out, that’s what it’s all about :) Saw your avatar of the Toronto Maple Leafs, let’s hope they do great this year. I’m from Canada so a big Leafs fan :)

[@lahey5826]

One thing to add is you’re gonna want to add foam tape to the bottom of the bracket because it doesn’t fit in flush. And you’ll get rattling if not

[@GarageKing]

Excellent suggestion and you are right. Those brackets don’t fit flush. There is a gap. Good call :)

[@gabrielflores5484]

i just ordered them wish me luck :D

[@GarageKing]

Thank you !!! If you have any questions please reach out and good luck with the job :)

[@premiertoca]

Amazing to see how many ppl are viewing your channel GK!

[@GarageKing]

Thanks soo much!!!! I wish I had a bigger fan base, but that's ok. I think the reason I get quite a few visitors is I rank in search, so when you are searching for different repairs I come up, so that's great :)

[@premiertoca]

@@GarageKing Your fan base will surely grow! I believe that! Keep it up

[@GarageKing]

@@premiertoca Thanks !!!

[@leonfyahrecords2262]

This is why I love hondas, secret Hidden bolts, mad engineering and interchangeable parts, I was thinking of upgrading my 01 model cos my 02 civic sounds better.. other then silver Handles on the door lmao 😆 I want a 8th gen like this

[@GarageKing]

The 7th gen is a pretty sweet ride as well. I like the dash on the 8th gen, but as you know the stereo speakers sure needed an upgrade !!! Thanks for the comment brother :)

[@raiderrichard7291]

8th gens are the best. Very fun with great handling. If anything happens to my 06 im going to buy another 8th gen. And if anything happens to that one, another 8th gen

[@GarageKing]

You bet, the 8th gen is iconic !! I love everything about the car!!!

[@priscon2314]

Thank you so much, I thought it was way to harde to do it myselft. Also Thank you so much for the link and the extra links. You are a good person.

[@GarageKing]

Thanks so much for the comment, much much appreciated :) The job isn't too bad if you take your time. I do notice on these Civics that the speakers burning out seems to be a common problem. Have a great weekend :)

[@priscon2314]

@@GarageKing yes that is true, my girlfriend bought a 2007 civic and it was cheap to buy because it had things that do not worked including the 4 speakers. Again thanks for the links, I thought it was going to be more expensive to repair it.

[@GarageKing]

@@priscon2314 Anytime :) If you ever need anything just let me know. I post a bunch of repairs, and if you ever come into a problem let me know (I'm a licensed mechanic) Enjoy your day :)

[@arminvb05]

Thank you, you just saved me from purchasing an install.

[@GarageKing]

Thank you for the great comment !! Much appreciated :)

[@unluckyone7531]

Straight to the point. Thank you sir.

[@GarageKing]

Thank you !!

[@unluckyone7531]

You save me hundreds of dollars. My wife's car speakers was blown, she wanted to take the car to the audio shop because I don't have time to install the speakers that I bought her. I work a full time job and a part time job, so hardly any days off. I showed her this video, and she installed the speakers herself following your video's steps. Takes her 3 hours but she got it. I was enjoying my time off today, while drinking a beer, and watching her. Lol. Thank you!

[@GarageKing]

@@unluckyone7531 Thank you for the reply and she sounds like quite the woman who can get things done, you are a lucky man !!!

[@leonfyahrecords2262]

Thank you for your clear and informative information well done guvna ✊

[@GarageKing]

Thanks so much for the great comment!!! I do appreciate it :)

[@jailynkendrick4882]

As a girl this makes me feel like I can do this all by myself. Great video!!

[@GarageKing]

Thanks so much for the great comment, and I'm glad you feel you can do it :) I think that more women should be tackling their automotive work!!! If you need any advice along the way feel free to reach out. Thanks !!!

[@jailynkendrick4882]

Okay thank you so much. I do have a question. When I am listening to my radio through Bluetooth when I get to like certain areas it sounds so staticky and will go out and go to a different FM station. Is that my radio head or my speakers?

[@GarageKing]

@@jailynkendrick4882 That is most likely the radio head. How are you getting the bluetooth to the radiohead? Most of these radios don't have bluetooth in the factory radiohead. Some have a 3.5mm headphone port under the radio, and if you don't have a port, then you can install a cable very easily. I have a video on that.

[@jailynkendrick4882]

@@GarageKing I have one of those like cigarette lighter things that you plug in if that makes sense

[@GarageKing]

@@jailynkendrick4882 Yup I have heard of those. If your cracking sound is intermittent then I would say its your transmitter most likely. To see if its the transmitter, or the head unit put the head unit on FM to a good known station and see how the sound comes out. Then go to your bluetooth FM transmitter. For the best sound quality you may want to consider getting a cable that plugs into your phone. I know its not wireless but it direct to the head unit and they sound pretty good. Here is a vid on how to install the wire. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJ-2mZuNbcp5ZsU

[@oliviadanz1296]

i just installed these and secured them as tight as i can but i’m hearing rattling since there’s no foam between the harness and the metal of the car, is there anything i can do to fix this? love the video, it’s a lot of help!

[@GarageKing]

Hey there, yup its fixable, what you can do is use single sided foam tape and put between the speaker bracket and the door. This should take care of it. On some cars they rattle, and on others they don't. When you use the tape you just have to cut it into small pieces (like one inch) and then stick them to the door so when you screw the plastic adaptor on it presses against the tape. There is a link at the end of my reply so you know what I mean, you can probably buy local, but this is just so you know what I'm talking about. Pretty much any one sided foam tape should work, as long as its not too thick. If you need anything else just let me know!!! amzn.to/2LeM1aV

[@oliviadanz1296]

@@GarageKing that was our plan but we couldn’t get tape locally so we just got packing foam squares and we’re able to just screw in the speakers over that. thanks for the quick reply!

[@GarageKing]

@@oliviadanz1296 Ha ha!! Very creative and as long as it works its all good!!!

[@Nessamor]

Definitely saving this video!

[@GarageKing]

Thank you !!!! Appreciate the thumbs up so it’s added to your liked vids and easily found again :) Have a good day :)

[@alanpack3045]

Thanks for the helpful video! Going to try and install the speakers

[@GarageKing]

Anytime bro!!! Do the upgrade. So worth it and it make driving the beast much more enjoyable !!!

[@LilacGlo]

Absolutely fantastic! So interesting to watch. Here learning 👌🏽🤩🥰❤️

[@GarageKing]

Thank you, its hard to believe this video now has over 200K, good but not as good as your balloon video !!!!

[@erichelfrich1011]

What size self tapping screws did you use for the rear left and R speakers? You used 1 longer factory bolt plus 2 self tapping screws in each speaker ring installation. Thanks for the excellent video.

[@GarageKing]

Hey Thanks for the comment :) for the screws I remember using General Motors trim screws that go into plastic. They self tap into plastic, but they are really just black painted wood screws. They look like this amzn.to/3dkcMsq but don't buy as thats like a pack of 100. I think the ones I used were equivalent to #8 wood screws. Its probably best if you order the brackets and then just take one of the brackets to home depot and find a wood screw that is snug and will self tap in the bracket. The instructions say you don't need them, but I figured the speaker was really going to rattle without them, and I have no rattles in the car with the speakers turned up. You may even have a screw at home. The screw just has to be snug enough to stop the speaker from rattling. Hope I helped you out, and thanks for watching so closely !!!

[@mansoorabdulrahimzai5284]

That was one best video I ever seen thanks a lot man I do have one question if you can teach as how to install tint for cars

[@GarageKing]

Hey thanks for the comment !! I’ll definitely see if I can do that. In the meantime I do have some paint protection film videos up (which is similar) I used Xpel.

[@customcarworker]

Thanks for doing this video. It helped me out!!!!

[@GarageKing]

Thank you for watching :)

[@parthsaoo7]

Hey, great video. Does the speaker rattle as the factory one has a foam material between the bracket and the door but the new brackets do not have that?

[@GarageKing]

Hey buddy, great question and the answer is NO. I was worried about that as well, but with the brackets I bought its all good brother!!!!

[@jjdavis7471]

Do those speakers have good bass to them since they are 300 watts? I have a 2010 civic and looking for decent bass without getting subs and a amp. But this is definitely the best video I've seen on how to install those speakers. Unfortunately my rear speakers are covered with carpet.

[@GarageKing]

Hey buddy thanks for the comment!!! I do my best to produce good videos so it’s nice to get some positive feedback. As for the bass they will not give you what a sub will, but they are way better than factory. A big step up and they sound much clearer and the treble is clean. They also have good detail. The type of music played on them is top 40 stuff. They are probably one on the better speakers on the market and I did a lot of reviewing and reading other buyers feedback before I bought them. I’m happy with them.

[@jjdavis7471]

That's great to hear. I definitely will take your word for it. I'm still window shopping around and hopefully will decide soon. But I'm trying to avoid getting subs just so I can still access my spair if need be. But if not I'll get a small one. But this video is amazing so I'm definitely doing the work myself.

[@GarageKing]

@@jjdavis7471 If you are looking for a real small sub you can get a Bazooka Tube as its easy to move around the trunk and really easy to take out if you need to get to your spare. You can also get self powered ones so you don't need to rig up a second amp. I used one before in a truck that didn't have a lot of room and it worked great. Just another option if you want a sub. Good luck!!!

[@jjdavis7471]

GarageKing I'll definitely check that out. I've actually never heard of that brand of sub. Sound like something that will suit me for what I need if I so get a sub. Greatly appreciate the advise on all that. Definitely do some more videos like that.

[@GarageKing]

@@jjdavis7471 They are great little subs in their own enclosure so definitely worth a check out. I know they make big ones, but they also make small ones and they are great.

[@notanavrageloser]

That sound when you pulled the speaker connector off, was that from House of the Dead?

[@GarageKing]

Ha Ha !!! Love the comment, that was actually a dinosaur sound in the Final Cut Pro library. Its the software I use for editing :)

[@rmarli17]

Great detailed video. How snug were you able to get the speakers? Have you tested it for or had any rattle?

[@GarageKing]

Hey brother, thanks for the comment. I was able to get it fairly snug, but looking back I would put some weather stripping (thin foam with the one sided backing - you peel the one side off) on the door so when you screw the plastic adaptor it would be better insulated. I'm lucky that I have no rattles so mine are ok, but I have heard from a few viewers that they had the odd rattle and some one sided foam tape helped. The door is not perfectly flat, as its molded to a certain shape, so you can't get that plastic thing to seat perfectly. When you screw it down don't put the crews in too tight as the steel they screw into is pretty thin and you can strip it pretty easily. Thanks for the comment and enjoy your weekend :)

[@brandonalpha116]

One word" perfect!"

[@GarageKing]

Thanks so much brother !!!!

[@brianvandevoort]

I haven’t seen anyone do this but the gray clip from the factory wiring coming out of the Hondas already has the wire connections…you can just remove the gray clip… leaving metal connectors for new speakers.

[@GarageKing]

I was not aware of that!!! Thanks for sharing brother :)

[@karlinladeramusic]

Wow 100k views & growing! Here before it hits a cool MIL

[@GarageKing]

I know, I can't believe how well this video did!!!! It was one of my older ones, but youtube loved it!!!!! Plus I think this vid actually helps a lot of people out. Changing Honda Civic speakers is quite common so its a great how to vid !!!

[@karlinladeramusic]

@@GarageKing You should probably do more Honda stuff..It is super populär car.

[@GarageKing]

@@karlinladeramusic I think so, the problem is I have to wait for it to break down, which it never does haha !!!!!

[@karlinladeramusic]

@@GarageKing Hahahaha, true! Hondas & Toyotas run for ever! I had a toyota that went well over 350K miles

[@hgfdksk17]

Do you still recommend these speakers? I just got 2 “10 subs installed in my trunk but I’m pretty sure I need to upgrade my door speakers so I can hear the words clear over the bass.. just wanted an opinion because I’m highly thinking about buying the speakers and installing myself to save some money . This vid is a GREAT/CLEAR tutorial

[@GarageKing]

Hey bro thanks for the comment. Can I ask you if you have an amp to drive the door speakers or are you just using the head units power? The ones that I actually used are higher power speakers amzn.to/2ZxeGeG I did find a set of door speakers that are cheaper amzn.to/3dPkYLV. If you have a sub in the back I would recommend getting the higher power rated ones that I used. The reason is most likely you are going to turn it up more :) So you are going to work them harder so there is less risk of blowing them. I would definitely upgrade those factory speakers, you will see how cheap they are once you take them out. If you have any other questions let me know, thanks buddy!!!

[@hgfdksk17]

GarageKing thanks , and Im actually not 100% sure. I believe the amp may just be for the subs but I do want the high powered speakers for the door for the exact reason you stated! So I will be able to still hear the vocals and stuff because as of right now everything in my car is stock. Tuesday is when I’m getting the Memphis “10 subwoofers installed

[@GarageKing]

@@hgfdksk17 Good call on getting the higher powered ones, I think that's the way to go and that's what I would be doing. The Memphis 10" are going to sound great!! You are going to have a sweet system buddy!!!

[@hgfdksk17]

GarageKing thanks for the help!

[@GarageKing]

@@hgfdksk17 Anytime bro!!!!

[@danielbadin7957]

Buen día, excelente video de cuentas pulgadas son los speakers delanteros y de cuánto son los traseros

[@GarageKing]

Gracias por el gran comentario. Fácil de trabajar en el coche ya que los altavoces delanteros y traseros son los mismos :)

[@danijel124]

Im trying this on my european civic. I removed the door panel sucesfully all i have to do is assemble it back. Ive 3d printed a custom speaker holder i hope it works well

[@GarageKing]

That is soo cool. I do wish I had a 3D printer !!! If you can make it work go for it for sure !!!! Let me know how it works out. Thanks for the comment brother !!!

[@TheBigdre36a]

What size were the extra screws you used? Thanks for the video! Very helpful!

[@GarageKing]

Hey there and thanks for the comment. The speakers that I bought came with an assortment of some screws so I used those. The screws are self tapping so they are the pointed ones and you don’t have to be exact on the size. Find one that is just snug. It’s not like machine threads where you can cross thread and strip bolts. As for the exact size, I’m not sure. I just had those extra ones. Sorry I couldn’t help you more buddy.

[@joelopezjl28]

I would guess that this is the same for the 2011 honda insight correct?

[@GarageKing]

Hey brother thanks for the comment, I think they should be very similar. Someone commented that their Honda Fit was pretty much the same. I would think the Insight is even more similar. I was doing some research and I think the adaptors I used should fit. While I can't confirm 100%, I believe they should. If you do order them, can you please let me know if they fit so I can help others. They should as the insight has the same size 6.5" speakers.

[@WeekendDestinationsVlogs]

How was the audio quality compared to factory speakers??

[@GarageKing]

I was down to one or two speakers when I did the replacement, as the other factory ones were burnt out, so having 4 working speakers compared with two was a really good improvement. But I remember how it sounded with 4 working factory speakers. The new speakers sounded a lot better, but I could tell they were harder to drive as they didn't sound as loud. The quality was better but it was not as loud. Don't let that scare you, as its still plenty loud.

[@aayushgupta2154]

nice! by the way can we just screw on the speaker instead of using those brackets you put?

[@GarageKing]

Thanks for the comment brother ;) you need the brackets as the door is too thin to accept most speakers so the bracket brings the speaker out. Plus even if you could find a speaker I don’t think you could screw it right to the door as the hole in the door would not match up perfectly. The bracket takes care or all this. If you need anything else just let me know :)

[@aayushgupta2154]

@@GarageKing thanks for replying😀

[@GarageKing]

@@aayushgupta2154 Anytime, here for you :)

[@angelfrias93]

Good video

[@GarageKing]

Thanks brother !!! I do appreciate the comment :)

[@Phantom_SapphireFN2]

Hey, this video is great and all but I own a type r gt version of the civic aso the door panels are a bit different. Have you done a video on the type r versions? Please post link and I'll be more than happy to to watch it instead of paying halfords 200 quid to do it instead. Thanks in advance. 👍

[@GarageKing]

Thanks for the positive comment, ok don’t have a vid on the type R (nice car by the way) but the process should be very similar as it’s still a Honda Civic so the mounting should be very similar. There is usually a screw at the latch that opens the door, and one or two at the armrest. The plastic fasteners that hold the door panel to the door should be the same. I wish I had a type R vid as I would like to work on that car. I got a Lexus the other day but I know that’s not going to help you. So it’s up to you if you want to tackle it, and if you were in Canada I would say come on by and I would do it and film it for the channel :)

[@rossfriesen2628]

Hi there, my front right and rear right speakers have no sound. Left ones work fine. Is there a way of troubleshooting and checking if speakers are 100% blown? I have the money to buy 1 pair of speakers and brackets.

[@GarageKing]

Hey Thanks for the comment brother, go to 6:05 in my video and I show you how to do the check. I did check the speakers that I replaced and they were blown.

[@rossfriesen2628]

@@GarageKing Would it be okay buying just the 1 pair of speakers and leaving the stock ones on the left that work fine? I got Amazon cards for Christmas so I am trying not to severely go over that. Lol

[@GarageKing]

@@rossfriesen2628 Normally you should not do that. It's really not recommended as the speakers should be balanced. Kind of like driving with unmatched tires LOL:) What I would do is test your speakers (the front and rear are the same) and if you have two good speakers then put those two working speakers in the rear, and buy a new set for the doors, this way you only have to buy one set, and your speakers (L&R) match. The front can be a different set from the rear, but left and right should be the same. If you have two good speakers you are set buddy.

[@rossfriesen2628]

@@GarageKing Sounds good. The proper links are in your description? The speakers I have on Amazon in front of me are the Pioneer TS-F1634R 6.5" 200W 2-Way Speakers// Sorry for all the questions, I'm 17 never done something like this before so just making sure I have everything correct, Thanks!

[@GarageKing]

@@rossfriesen2628 Sorry for the late reply, yup the proper links are in the description!! I did check the Pioneer TS-F1634R speakers and I think they should fit. Just make sure you buy the mounting adaptors. You can make due without the wiring adaptors, but those wiring adaptors make it a lot easier. Sorry for the late reply, let me know if you need anything else. Never a bother :)

[@DeliciosoChino]

Hello, do you how the factory tweeter is routed? I ordered component speakers, and I'm trying to figure out how to wire the tweeter in the factory location.

[@GarageKing]

Hey brother thanks for the comment. I think you are talking about the ones that are in the front windshield area. I never removed those ones. I think you can remove them by popping off the cover (with a plastic tool) and then remove the speaker. The wires should be there, and you can unclip the wires them like the door speakers. To hook up to your new speakers you could probably get an adaptor, or cut into the wires.

[@Hotterdotcom]

Very informative, thank you 🙏🏽

[@GarageKing]

Thank you for the great comment!!! I do appreciate it, and I hope you had a great weekend :)

[@BloodyIron]

Super helpful, thanks!

[@GarageKing]

Thank you for the great comment !!!

[@mrylo1]

Hi there, what did you do with the factory tweeters in the dashboard? Did you disconnect them or are they still playing?

[@GarageKing]

Thanks for the comment brother. I'm not sure if this vehicle had the front tweeters in the dash. Not all civics have them. They all have the grill, but sometimes there is no speaker in there, the grill is just there as its cheaper to make all the cars the same. I never had any music coming out of them so either I don't have them, or they are burnt out. If you have them you can just leave them connected if they are still working. My car sounds great with the new speakers in the door and rear so I just left it at that.

[@dravafox]

I have a 2009 CSX Type S, need to replace the rear deck speakers as one is blown/buzzes on BIG BASS ... this looks the same through the rear. However a friend/mechanic says that the rear housing you can see at 11:36 where the cable is plugged into should be kept b/c it adds to the speakers' punch, like a housing for a sub, and I will lose speaker intensity if I do not replace it with the new speaker.... thoughts? and thanks for this, I bought the tools, cables, and housing :)

[@GarageKing]

Hey There, If I'm looking correctly the rear housing IS PART OF the factory speakers. New aftermarket speakers do not have that housing, and that is why you need to buy new housings and bolt the new speakers to the housing, and the housing clips into the car and is secured with one bolt. I'm thinking you purchased these housings? amzn.to/3xawn8W they are the same for the front and rear. You need them for the speakers to seat properly. If you want to go up one level to PRO you can buy foam amzn.to/4bLjMbf and put on the rear of the housing/bracket to prevent any rattles.

[@ninjadandy9166]

Where can I find the wires for the new speaker? Mine did not come with them

[@GarageKing]

The wiring adaptors on Amazon Canada amzn.to/31N8PoD on Amazon US amzn.to/2ZZdbGA is that what you meant?

[@ninjadandy9166]

@@GarageKing yep!! Thank you!

[@GarageKing]

@@ninjadandy9166 Awesome, glad I could help out. Have a great day :)

[@jameswatkins7160]

Great video man.

[@GarageKing]

Thanks very much, I put a lot of effort into making them so really glad you enjoyed !!!! Thanks for the comment, keeps me going :)

[@KREJUENE]

so the subwoofer uses the same as the front speakers ? i have everything in my cart i’m changing them all

[@GarageKing]

I’m not sure exactly what you mean. The front and rear speakers are the same and use the same adapters. If you wanted to put in a subwoofer the wiring would depend if your subwoofer was self powered. I would only install a self powered sub or if the sub is not self power then install an amp. I wouldn’t run a sub off the front deck as it would not have enough power and could damage the stereo

[@dizziebabyy]

@@GarageKing 8th gen EX's/SI's have a factory 7 speaker audio system, including a 8" subwoofer(powered by a factory amp) mounted in the middle of the rear deck.

[@GarageKing]

@@dizziebabyy You are 100% right brother, I should have been more clear in my response. This Civic was a sedan without the factory sub, the coups are a little different to remove the rear speakers, and Yup, some EX's/SI's do have a factory sub. It's hard to replace that sub as the choices are really limited due to the mounting. Good catch !!!!

[@lunytunes238]

Great video dude! Thanks

[@GarageKing]

Thanks so much buddy!!! I put a lot of effort into my vids so its great to get a comment like this. Sorry for the late reply, I have to check my settings as I have not been getting my notifications. Thanks again and if you need anything just let me know!!!!

[@oscargomez77]

Hi bro, I have a civic 2010 sedan, I was wondering if does it worth to replace the speakers (maybe JBL) without installing a amplifier or a subwoofer? Can I get a good sound improvement? (sorry for my bad english)

[@GarageKing]

Hey Brother, any speaker purchase is really quite an improvement. The factory speakers are not good quality at all. You can see in my video the size of the magnets, and they are just cheap, that's why most fail. If you do replace them, I would replace with a two-way speaker. This way you get much better treble. On my car I didn't install an amp or anything, I just replaced the door and rear speakers and the new ones sound very good!!!! I think it does make a pretty good difference. Make sure if you buy new speakers, even if you don't buy from amazon, at least get those adaptors to mount in the door and rear deck area. You need those. I will provide a general amazon link for canada and the US and you can click it, then shop around for whatever you want, and I will get a small commission. Its not much but it helps support the channel. If you are from another county you can let me know and I can supply you with a general link. If you already are going to buy from somewhere else then no worries at all, I will still help you any way I can. I do think replacing the speakers makes a difference. Thanks for the comment, and be safe out there!!! Amazon.ca link amzn.to/2YHcSzZ Amazon.com link amzn.to/3rpIWEy

[@joelopezjl28]

Presumably this vid should work for my 2011 honda insight?

[@GarageKing]

Hey buddy, I think they should be very similar. Michael Phelps commented about 6 months ago that his Honda fit was pretty much the same. I would think the insight is even more similar. I was doing some research and I think the adaptors I used should fit, while I can't confirm 100%, I believe they should. If you do order them, can you please let me know if they fit so I can help others. They should as the insight has the same size 6.5" speakers.

[@joelopezjl28]

@@GarageKing yeah I was told most 6 in 3/4 inch speakers would fit but I'm just not too sure I might have to do that when I get home in a couple months

[@GarageKing]

@@joelopezjl28 You are probably right, the speakers that I used were 6.5" and when I looked up the insight I found it takes 6.5" speakers. Will 6.75" fit? Most likely as its only a quarter inch. I can't remember how tight the 6.5" were in the brackets. There are a lot of 6.5" speakers on the market, so unless you are really set on a certain pair of 6.75" it might make more sense to go for 6.5" as you know they will fit, but totally up to you. I use to be one of those guys that lived and breathed stereo equipment and was very specific on the the types of amps and stuff that I wanted. I sort of mellowed out lately haha, but I can totally get if you got your eye on a certain set of speakers :)

[@joelopezjl28]

@@GarageKing not looking for anything super fancy just something that has good bass I like to listen to a lot of heavy metal music and whatnot and the rear two speakers of my vehicle are blown out more than likely OEM from the original 2011 manufacturing date

[@GarageKing]

@@joelopezjl28 You will be surprised at how cheap the factory speakers are!!! You are in a better position than me, I only had one speaker left working haha, and that was painful. Be weary of the really cheap 6.5" speakers, as they can be cheap quality like the factory and made with materials that don't last, or don't put up with a bit of abuse. I know the ones I bought were a bit more, but they are pretty awesome and you can crank the music and they are still going strong!!! I did put links in for lower wattage speakers, but if you like to turn it up, and like your bass I would lean towards getting decent speakers or you will just blow the new ones you buy.

[@menarj]

Dude this is such a great video! I hope you read my comment since this video was posted 4 years ago. I wanted to ask if the mounting brackets and the wire harness adapters are the same for both front and rear. Im on the process of upgrading my speakers after replacing the head unit.

[@GarageKing]

Your comment has been read my friend, the brackets and harness adaptors are the same for the front and rear !!

[@menarj]

@@GarageKingthanks a lot! I will go ahead and do this. You rock man!

[@GarageKing]

@@menarj Thank you !!

[@kennethsturrupjr.6809]

Hey I'm lost does anyone have a video for the couple's rear dear install. Why is it so hard to find a video for it

[@GarageKing]

The rear speakers are at the end of the video. I think all the rear speakers for all the models are in the rear deck. Is that what you meant ?

[@kennethsturrupjr.6809]

@@GarageKing No I have a 07 coupe and I want to switch out all the rear deck speakers sub included but after watch the video i realized the setup is different

[@GarageKing]

Ahh I see. Sorry I did not realize the coupe was that different.

[@kennethsturrupjr.6809]

@@GarageKing yeah they are

[@papichulo___]

Will 8” speakers work?

[@GarageKing]

Nope, not in the doors or rear deck. Some Civics have a factory sub, and I think that is 8" but for the rest of the speakers 8" will not work.

[@dirtbikedevon6949]

Could you please link we’re you got the door speakers rings so they will fit

[@GarageKing]

Hey there I’m responding from my phone. I don’t have my computer with me and my phone won’t copy the links. The links are below the video so if you can open the video and click to see more everything is there. If you have any problems please let me know and I’ll provide you the links later today. Many thanks !!!!!

[@GarageKing]

Just got home, if you have not had a chance yet, speaker brackets are amzn.to/2ANLkQZ and connectors if you need them are amzn.to/31N8PoD If you need a trim removal tool there is no better one than this amzn.to/3cGs9Id

[@Tstoker24]

Hey man!! So I have a Honda civic 2009 and I’m a huge music guy and I like it loud and bass worthy, do u have any recommendations for speakers to put in?

[@GarageKing]

These ones are play fairly loud, and they are on sale for like 30 bucks a pair amzn.to/3WAXsw6 They work well with the factory stereo. Now If you are using the factory head unit without an amp, and you want the loudest speaker, look at the sensitivity rating. The ones in the link are 92db. That means the speaker will produce a SPL or sound pressure level of 92 decibels with 1 watt at 1 meter. This is how they are normally measured. If you can find speakers with a sensitivity rating of higher than 92db they will play louder.

[@sayfulalammiah8950]

Thanks a lot my man! Really helpful video! You nailed it 💯💯💯 👊🏾👌🏾

[@GarageKing]

Thanks soo much for the comment brother !!!! Really appreciate it :)

[@keithwebb8512]

What was the name & part no. for the speaker adapter? I have a 07 coupe and one speaker on driver side won’t play when it’s cold ..but works fine after the inside car get warm .. I seen other videos where they must of dis something wrong or wrong part because the speakers tweeter stuck out too far..An ended up having cut plastic off door panel inside... great video...very helpful..any information would be greatly appreciated ....thank you.

[@GarageKing]

Hey Thanks for the comment, the speaker adaptors are Amazon.ca amzn.to/2YT2KVL and the wiring adaptors are amzn.to/31N8PoD For Amazon.com its amzn.to/2ANLkQZ and amzn.to/2ANLkQZ For this car you have to get shallow speakers as on some you are right, the tweeter sticks out too much. Just as a test when the car is warm and the speaker is playing open and close the door all the way and see what happens. I have seen where the wire right in the door jamb has a short.

[@DashCo52]

Would 2006 civic OEM speakers fit on a 2009 civic being that they are 8th Gen?

[@GarageKing]

I believe they should as long as it is sedan to sedan speakers, or coupe to coupe speakers, I know the coups and sedans have different trim panels so I’m not sure if the sedan can interchange with the coupe. There is also the possibility that they fit no matter what, but I know the doors differ on the coupe/sedan so that would be my only concern.

[@ck51028]

Hello! I was wondering if the speaker wire adapter clips came with the speakers or did you buy them separately?

[@GarageKing]

Hey buddy, I had to buy them separately. Wish they came with the speakers!!! I bought the Metra 72-7800 Honda and Acura Speaker Adapter Harness Connector. The link from amazon is www.amazon.ca/dp/B0002BEPJY/ref=as_li_ss_tl?&linkCode=sl1&tag=garageking-20&linkId=46f1919c046637b4f69216106a3f993c If you need anything else just let me know :) Thanks!!!

[@princeedwardislandviking4866]

No you have to buy them separate possibly online

[@nathanducharme5697]

Thank you so much for this video

[@GarageKing]

Hey there, thanks so much for your comment. It is appreciated, for some reason your comment was flagged as spam, I don't know why so I just found it now. Very sorry for the late reply, but wanted to say thanks!!!!

[@bkassociatesb.n.kedare3855]

Really big thanks to u sir

[@GarageKing]

Thank you for the vote of approval !!!

[@11004bill]

Nice job 👍

[@GarageKing]

Thank you good Sir !!!

[@SomeWhiteGuyNamed]

I got 6.5-6.75 scosche speakers. With the speaker adapter shells work for those?

[@GarageKing]

Hey buddy, I think they should. I heard that MTX speakers do not work, but I have not heard anything about the scosche, so I think they should. Can't be %100 sure until you try but I think you should be OK :) Hopefully I helped you out and if you need anything else please let me know :)

[@bottomtext5473]

Do you need to change put for a new battery or those are just fine with the same battery

[@GarageKing]

Hey brother, thanks for the comment :) No need to change any batteries :)

[@Moments-In-Time6969]

What is the maxi diameter speaker size can use with the speaker grill?

[@GarageKing]

Hey buddy, thanks for the comment. I used 6.5" speakers, but I think someone said they used 6.75" and it worked out ok. I know when I put the speakers in there was some wiggle room so I'm pretty sure 6.75" would work, but I wouldn't go any bigger that that.

[@bramcancan8488]

How long did it take you to replace the speakers by pair of each section?

[@GarageKing]

Not too long at all. Maybe 20min per door. I took longer because I was filming it. Make sure you use good quality trim panel remove tools.

[@NervusEnergy]

My 2006 Civic has little tweeters on the front dashboard in the corners. Did you replace those in another video?

[@GarageKing]

Hey thanks for the comment. Unfortunately I don't have a video on the front speakers for this car. Sorry about that

[@aaronbell9266]

If you don't use speaker foam between the bracket and the door rattle city. Ideally you do this and then also between the speaker and the aftermarket bracket. I know as I did this and then went back in and had to do this a few months later as the rattle was driving me bonkers...if you look at the OEM Speaker in the video there is speaker foam the same way on both sides...

[@GarageKing]

Good call, and great comment. So far I have been lucky, but I like your idea !!!

[@carson357]

Bought the same speakers and same everything but the fitment was not good and i went to test the front driver side speaker after i replaced it still didnt work im thinking it might be a much major issue but i will take everything apart and re try it again once i have more time

[@GarageKing]

Oh crap, ya it could be a bigger problem. If you used the wiring connectors and its not working then there could be a short in the wire. If so the short is usually located where the door opens and closes as this is where the wire is always bending when you open and close the door. Most likely your stereo head is good and its a short in the door. Also silly question but make sure your fader and balance are centered.

[@davidtorres1696]

Good video only thing the rear is not 6x9 spreaker 🤔🤔🤔

[@GarageKing]

Thanks for the comment and Happy Sat to you. I never said they were 6X9 and you can see in the vid I replace both the front and rear with the round speakers. The links are all for round speakers, unless I accidentally said 6X9 when I was talking?? If I did sorry about that.

[@helsonly722]

did you lose all the bass after switching to these speakers? some reason oem cheap speakers hve much better bass

[@GarageKing]

The OEM speakers sounded a bit louder as they had a higher sensitivity rating, but the replacements were still good. bass was good. Make sure when you hook them up you use the positive to positive on both speakers (they must be the same) if you get one mixed up they will be out of phase and you will loose your low end.

[@Aliimalek001]

I want to change mine but i never ever did open somthing in my car or change I have no experience at all Do you advise me to do that?

[@GarageKing]

I don't think this is a particularly hard job to do. The good thing is there is not a lot you can screw up. Doing engine repairs etc. there is a lot to go on, but for this not too much, just take your time. I can't advise you to do anything, its up to you whether you feel comfortable doing it.