Toyota Sienna Stereo "Crackling Sound" From Rear - Subwoofer

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[@zachgeo]

Good video. I just noticed crackling/vibration in the subwoofer, and the sound system overall sounding weak, after lending the van to my niece to go camping. My guess is her (probably loud and bass heavy) music was the last straw for a subwoofer that was worn out (car is always parked outside and is an '05), so I can't really blame her. This looks like a project for an upcoming weekend!

[@astickne]

Thank you!! This video made my install super straight forward and easy to do solo. One tip that I found made it easier to remove and reinstall the box, was to stuff an old sweatshirt (or towel, blanket etc) between the trim panel and the inside the body of the car. This gave me just enough room to work and maneuver without banging up my knuckles. Thanks again!

[@projectfixit]

Excellent advice! Thank you for taking the time to comment.

[@jackel142]

To add to this, i used heat gun to soften the plastic and bent it instead of cutting it. It was a quick job and neat job.

[@cb2me]

A big THANK YOU for this video - saved me from completely destroying the sub-woofer outer cover! And, yes, the Skar sounds absolutely bangin'. Plus, I just saw the entire Toyota OEM sub-woofer unit (including plastic box) going for around $450 so this DIY fix at around $40 made my day! 5 stars, 2 thumbs up!😃

[@projectfixit]

Sweet! Enjoy and take care!

[@MoganOliver]

Curious if this vying great base. :)

[@scottrobson4097]

Big thank you for making this video. Today, I just replaced the blown JBL sub with a Recoil 2 Ohm and it pounds way better. Cheers

[@projectfixit]

Great to hear!

[@sweathe3819]

Thanks for this video, I was completely lost on this one. You've helped me thru putting on the front control arms and the struts, now this. Thanks so much!

[@projectfixit]

Awesome. You are welcome. I appreciate you taking the time to comment! take care.

[@homemadejoy1047]

Wow, you think of everything to get ready for a road trip!

[@projectfixit]

You cannot have a defective sound system on a long road trip. That is for certain!

[@pacfolly]

Thanks so much for your video. I ordered the subwoofer you installed but am paying a shop $50 to install it and your tutorial and speaker recommendation was super helpful.

[@projectfixit]

Excellent. Thank you for the feedback and enjoy!

[@carlosmartinezjr9696]

I ran two 12 inch mtx subs dropped to 2 ohms to stock amp in my 98 Avalon and had no issues.

[@soilliam]

Thank you for this video my friend

[@projectfixit]

You are welcome!

[@redness9564]

Thanks for the vidio. Very detailed ❤

[@projectfixit]

You bet. Thank you for commenting.

[@soglobalresources753]

Very helpful info, thanks

[@projectfixit]

You are welcome. Thank you for commenting!

[@3rdPersonP0V]

Muchas gracias por este video, perfecta explicación y directo al grano, esto sirvió mucho para mi Toyota Sienna 2009 Limited, saludos desde El Salvador.

[@projectfixit]

You are very welcome y de nada!

[@jasminhicks313]

is it the same instalattion process for a 2005 sienna xle?

[@robertolechowski3616]

Can the jbl system in settings on the toyota radio still control the base?

[@Abba857]

Hello, you didn’t show how to get the two black connectors off that have the two wires? Do you just cut the wires or does the black harness connector pull off?

[@gallofelis]

Hi how are you Can I use it on a 2006 Toyota Siena?

[@carboj2]

Do you think this one will fit my van? sienna 2006

[@jackdavisson5032]

For the speaker you purchased and listed in the summary, was it really as simple as cutting/stripping the end of the original wires and inserting them into the coils of the new speaker? Thanks for posting! This video pushed me over the edge of trying to decide whether to do it myself or pay for an install. diy it is.

[@projectfixit]

Hello. Yes. This speaker was easy with spring loaded quick release connections. Good luck with the replacement and thank you for commenting!

[@carlchilders9538]

Fantastic video, you've motivated me to DIY. I do have one question: when you cut out the plastic in the box to make room for the new sub, did you cut to the point where the plastic supports the new sub or did you cut so there is a gap and the plastic and sub don't touch?

[@projectfixit]

I cut the plastic to where the base of the sub would not touch. I did not want any vibrations which could make noise to occur. The plastic is pretty soft and easy to cut. Thanks!

[@jimmylong2860]

Most informative video. i just bought the same skar sub for my 05 Seinna. Still a little confused. Are the contacts on the sub marked with the red ring the positive hookup? Just checking. Can't really get a clear answer from Skar. Thank you.

[@projectfixit]

Fore sure, the speaker terminals are color coded. Red for positive and black for negative. I just cannot remember if the terminals were stamped as such.

[@dickpunch]

Hi - it is one year, has the subwoofer been ok in your 2004 Sienna as i have to replace mine and since my vent window broke on that side, this is perfect timing.

[@projectfixit]

No issues so far.

[@hondoe3442]

So this van takes a 4 ohm double voice coil speaker ?? Am I correct in trying to buy one so I can replace it in my van

[@projectfixit]

No. It is a 2 ohm double voice coil see 4:55 to 5:20. Thanks!

[@hondoe3442]

Thank you so much!! Picking one up right now