Billy Covington If you’re a 2001 Subaru Outback owner who loves driving with good quality audio, you might want to consider replacing your car’s speakers. Over time, car speakers can lose their quality and affect your driving experience. Fortunately, replacing car speakers is a relatively easy process that most people can do on their own. In this article, we’ll provide a complete guide to replacing the speakers in your 2001 Subaru Outback, from choosing the right speakers to connecting the wires.
Tools needed
Before you start replacing your car’s speakers, make sure you have the following tools:
- Screwdrivers (Phillips and flathead)
- Panel popper or trim removal tool
- Wrench/socket set
- Wire cutters/strippers
- Crimping tool/pliers
- Electrical tape
Choosing the right speakers
Choosing the right speakers for your 2001 Subaru Outback is crucial to ensuring that you get the best possible audio quality. This involves selecting speakers with the right size, wattage, and impedance. The most common speaker sizes for the 2001 Outback are 6.5-inch coaxial speakers for the front doors and 5.25-inch speakers for the rear doors. Here are some factors to consider when choosing speakers:
- Power handling: This determines how much power the speaker can handle without getting damaged. Make sure to match the power handling of the speakers with that of your car’s stereo system.
- Sensitivity: This indicates the loudness of the speaker with certain power input. Speaker with higher sensitivity requires less power to produce same loudness with speaker with lower sensitivity
- Impedance: This measures the resistance of the speaker to the audio signal. Make sure the speaker impedance matches the car’s stereo so that you can get the best possible sound quality.
Removing the old speakers
To remove the old speakers, follow these steps:
- Turn off your car and remove the keys from the ignition.
- Use the panel popper or trim removal tool to remove the door panel.
- Locate the speaker and use the screwdriver to remove the screws or bolts that are securing the speaker in place.
- Unplug the speaker wiring harness and set the old speaker aside.
Installing the new speakers
Now that you have removed the old speakers, it is time to install the new ones:
- Place the new speaker in the mounting bracket and screw them in place
- Attach speaker wiring harness by matching product and colours then plug the harness to the terminal
- Reassemble your door panel and ensure that all screws and clips are properly attached.
Pro Tips
- Before securing speakers in place, play a few songs to ensure that the speaker quality and sound levels match your expectations.
- Use crimping tool to avoid cutting or stripping wire
- Use electrical tape to wrap wires where excessive friction can occur.
FAQs
Q: Can I install any speaker on my 2001 Subaru Outback?
A: It is crucial to choose speaker that fit the size and match the power of your car’s stereo system.
Q: Do I need to install an amplifier to improve sound quality?
A: It is not mandatory, but an amplifier can improve the audio quality if installed properly.
Q: How long does it take to replace the car’s speakers?
A: It could take approximately an hour or two depending on your familiarity with car audio installation.
Replacing the speakers in your 2001 Subaru Outback is a simple process that you can complete on your own. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can improve your driving experience by boosting your car’s sound quality.
