Tesla Model 3 SRP | Activating 6 hidden secret speakers | Easy DIY

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In todays video I am installing a speaker activation kit from Amazon amzn.to/3AQXIKD in my Tesla model 3. The results from this inexpensive kit are amazing. The sound stage is better and the vocals are much clearer with the additional speakers activated 2021 version here amzn.to/3L6JNVE
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[@adamchoi8136]

This video helped me a lot with the wire connections. Thank you. I was able to figure out the panels with some help from other videos as well. Amazed that these speakers are there but not activated.

[@KenElkern]

Where did you get your cable, the manufacturer in the video doesn't sell them anymore.

[@scotttucker2557]

Were you able to see what size the speakers in the headliner were because im looking to replace the speakers in my tesla to alpine system

[@crazycoastie]

Just purchased my harness looking forward to the sound improvement

[@TheElectricMan]

wow that is great

[@TravisMThompson]

Sounds so much better.

[@dennisgale8383]

I have a five week old model y. Those six speakers were working when i first got the car but stopped. Could they disable them through software? The two in each door and the two on the hatchback suddenly stopped!!!

[@hillbillytc5653]

Does your link for the second cable also turn on the rear speakers it only shows the front four on not the back speakers.

[@TravisMThompson]

Telsa started removing speakers as model years progressed.

[@eoghanhennessy15]

Do you know if this can also be done on the 2022 RWD model?

[@TravisMThompson]

Link in the description for newer models. From my understanding not as many speakers are activated. Tesla likely started removing them as production changed.

[@carlji]

Do you need to revert it back when going to Tesla's service center for maintenance?

[@TravisMThompson]

No, no worries over that.

[@wilsonramirez5956]

Hmmm. I have a 2020 Model 3SR+ from July. I wonder if it is worth it for 4 speakers still. Unfortunately, no rear speakers.

[@TravisMThompson]

Four extra than you had before. Probably worth it I would think

[@bubbaj5007]

What year is your car? Mines 2020 and I managed to turn on 4 speakers not 6. I see grills in the far back but maybe they are empty?

[@SpotRev]

Was the bass better?

[@seitaneddy]

Hey Travis, nice video! I know my M3SR+ is a 2020 model, but is there any way to see if it’s pre or post July of 2020? Thanks!

[@TravisMThompson]

I think somehow with the serial number but you would have to Google that

[@seitaneddy]

@@TravisMThompson cool. Thanks, buddy! 🍻

[@stephenmlambert]

Look at the sticker by the driver's door. It should have a month/ year on it. It's right by the tire sticker in the door frame

[@seitaneddy]

@@stephenmlambert thanks, mate! I’ll have a look!

[@noelyboy6969]

I did this with my 2020 model 3 and got the 4 door pillars working and was well worth it, I was a fiddly job and looking at KZbin videos to make sure I was doing it right.

[@RetroExhibitCollective]

What about the ones I’m the back? Did those turn on too?

[@noelyboy6969]

@@RetroExhibitCollective no to much hassle I was happy with the door pillars working. I didn’t want to mess around with the rest.

[@RetroExhibitCollective]

@@noelyboy6969 ahh ok, but does the harness include the wires for the rear speakers too or just the front 4?

[@noelyboy6969]

@@RetroExhibitCollective I only got the ones for the 4 door pillar speakers I didn’t want to take the car apart to get a sub woofer and shelf speakers in

[@darrellsturrock5795]

Very tempting. I really would like better sound but I'm worried I'll screw it up and break something or not be able to put it back together. What year is your car? I've heard not all versions of the car have speakers located where you trying to add sound. Actually no need to answer as I watched it again and I see the note inside the box that says "4 speakers post July 2020". I think my car might be July 2020.

[@TravisMThompson]

It's always daunting but honestly no cutting was involved whatsoever it was all clips which made me feel better.

[@leosenpai9380]

I’m confused so the speakers are already there ? It just tapping into the harness to make them work? Or is it tapping into different functions those speakers are actually used for

[@TravisMThompson]

Speakers are actually there. You are tapping into the wiring harness to activate them. They started to remove deck lid ones in 2020 I think. But the other ones are still there.

[@saiyamang5397]

@@TravisMThompson I have a 2018 long range model 3, will this work for me?

[@TravisMThompson]

Yes

[@MCSMIK]

One thing I’m worried about is activating them will give me more treble / mids and mute the bass as that only comes from the soundbar as we don’t have a sub in these cars. Thoughts?

[@alicecantsleeep]

I think it should have an opposite effect. Since the treble is more represented with speakers meant for it, it should free up the mids in the doors to give a bit more low freq response. But I'm taking liberties guessing how the crossover works. I'm gonna do this in my 2023 M3 RWD and it should be ok. I can use the little EQ if needed.

[@CelebrityLyrics]

Wait which version of Model 3 dont have speakers activated? Why did tesla produce cars with some speakers as duds or rather, not activated?

[@TravisMThompson]

Likely it was due to cost and the factory line set up to already put them in. Tesla did some weird things to create new models to fit in with government rebates etc.

[@ibrahim795]

Did anyone get error codes saying to replace the 12v battery? Just installed mine in a 2020 sr+ and getting that issue

[@TravisMThompson]

2020 seems a little early to have to replace the 12 volt battery. They should be good for about 4 years. You can book an appointment using your app and they can check it out.

[@tony-tg8cq]

I haven't done any mods to my 2020 m3. At 46k miles I got that notification and tesla came out and changed my battery

[@sacirbach699]

hi i have a tesla 3 RWD 4D where can i buy those cables? Link

[@TravisMThompson]

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[@RippedJym]

Is this a amp? What’s speaker is not on that gets turned on ?

[@TravisMThompson]

Depending on the year you could have up to six speakers. It uses the factory amp still.

[@hulkhogan9450]

What about warranty if you bring it back to tesla ? Still happy a few months in?

[@TravisMThompson]

No wires were cut. Plug and play so warranty remains. I cranked it a couple times and it went into protect mode. Now I know 😏

[@nateice1]

@@TravisMThompson what do you mean went into protect mode?

[@Surf422]

@@TravisMThompson do you mean the car thought it might damage the speakers so it automatically turned the volume down?

[@TravisMThompson]

Yes it turned off. Came back on next drive.

[@I4streetracer]

Does this work for a 2021 model 3 refresh?

[@TravisMThompson]

Yes. But I think they started to actually remove some speakers. Rear deck I believe.

[@sparkev2356]

Does this work on 2019 model 3 SRP?

[@TravisMThompson]

Yes

[@TheAnthonysandiford]

Does this work for the 2022 model 3

[@TravisMThompson]

Yes link in description for newer years. Less speakers were put in at factory. So not all speakers are there now.

[@gilg3682]

I own SR and in additional vehicle info - says premium speakers without external amplifier

[@TravisMThompson]

If you don't have the subwoofer in your trunk, you likely don't have the external amplifier.

[@gilg3682]

@@TravisMThompson But I think it will include more speakers, isnt it ? Though I haven't checked it yet. Or it will say premium speakers (without external amplifier) to all?

[@Its_Me_JayKhan]

Hi, is this applicable to a 2022 model 3 long range? Thanks.

[@TravisMThompson]

Yes but less speakers are present in later model years.

[@Surf422]

I thought long range already had all the speakers activated from the factory?

[@TravisMThompson]

Put your ear on the pillar ones to see if they are. You will know and hear them.

[@not12.]

quick question with the extra speaker does it actually sound better? or just louder

[@CapitolCeeJay]

It just louder without a proper DSP and a sound engineer lol.

[@MadmaxMusic93]

much better, louder. better clarity an overall more immersion sound!!

[@_TwoDot]

@@CapitolCeeJaywym by a sound engineer? It’s not like they put those speakers there just to put them there lol

[@TravisMThompson]

Overall fuller and richer soundstage.

[@_TwoDot]

@@TravisMThompson the difference is insane, I’ve been in many teslas and the fact that door tweeters aren’t activated without the premium is crazy

[@robinhoodlum7180]

Will this void the warranty? And will this kill range or take away from it ?

[@TravisMThompson]

No and No

[@coleeto2]

If this part fails Tesla obviously wouldn’t warranty it, but for a manufacturer void warranty over a mod, the mod has to be the cause of the issue.

[@bilat04bitabi17]

This thing will void your warranty after installing the kit?

[@wilsonramirez5956]

I doubt it will void warranty for the entire car. Maybe for speakers issues you’re screwed if something happens.

[@TravisMThompson]

They likely don't look kindly on it, but I don't think it would always best to ask first if you're worried.

[@woodyalexander6]

Why did Tesla put so many speakers not being used in the car??

[@jamesplummer2574]

My model 3 LR came with premium audio. All speakers engaged.

[@davidkaplan5517]

To simplify production they make as little hardware differences as necessary and software lock instead.

[@woodyalexander6]

@@davidkaplan5517 seems like a huge waste of money if you ask me. If I can get a 40k car that has the same stuff as a 80k car but it’s not “unlocked” then the company is widely fucking up.

[@davidkaplan5517]

@@woodyalexander6 it’s to simplify production. Not every component is shipped on LR and SR. For example the fog lights are only on LR. Also, there is one subwoofer that isn’t shipped on SR. Essentially they figured out the components that make sense to keep on both and software lock and the ones that don’t. Heated rear seats were another example. They shipped the components in the SR but software locked them for years until 2022.

[@gilg3682]

@@jamesplummer2574mine SR but in additional vehicle info it will say premium speaker without amplifier

[@tony-tg8cq]

Shows this item is unavailable =(

[@TravisMThompson]

Maybe this one is. amzn.to/3iu1nZH They are harder to find now for sure.

[@MadmaxMusic93]

Want everyone to know no Tesla didn’t create a software update to block your hanshow harness that’s all bullshit..one still sound clear to this day an now I’m going to install a aftermarket subwoofer from nvx in my rwd 22 model 3!!

[@henrykwan1601]

No idea wth you did because you don’t show removal or connection of the wires.. terrible exploration of how to execute

[@TravisMThompson]

Only one connection up there looks like the harness. Cameras don't fit everywhere 🤔😁

[@pickeringfamily449]

Did you disconnect battery or just unplug cables

[@kenwilliams4911]

This gotta be the most confusing video EVER!!!!

[@jesusmex3186]

You skip a lot of steps, bad video

[@moeb3325]

We'll wait for you to publish yours...

[@TravisMThompson]

No need to add more steps unless you want to charge more for a longer job.