1985 Chrysler Laser Speaker Sizes
The 1985 Chrysler Laser factory audio system includes specific locations configured to accept hardware. The dashboard accommodates a 3.5 inch speaker size, while the front door panel accepts 5.25 inch speakers, and the rear door panel supports 5x7 inch units. Available compatible speaker types for system replacement and upgrade consist of full-range and midbass units.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 3.5 | Full-Range |
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| Front Door Panel | 5.25 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 5x7 | Full-Range |
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1985 Chrysler Laser Speaker Replacement Summary
3
total positions
2
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 1 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 2 Low: 01985 Chrysler Laser Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN | 7"×2" | 180×50 | Standard size for basic car radios with small display or no display |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 1985 Chrysler Laser features three distinct speaker locations with varying size requirements, suggesting a prioritized approach when planning replacements based on acoustic contribution and installation complexity.
- Dashboard speakers at 3.5 inches are limited to full-range types, which typically handle mid and high frequencies adequately but may lack low-frequency extension compared to larger components.
- Front door panel positions accommodate 5.25-inch speakers and offer flexibility between midbass drivers and full-range units, allowing owners to choose between dedicated bass reproduction or simplified single-speaker solutions.
- The 5x7-inch specification for rear door panels indicates an oval configuration rather than round, which may affect both mounting adapter selection and the available range of aftermarket products.
- Full-range compatibility across all locations suggests the factory audio system was designed as a basic configuration without separate tweeters or crossover networks.
- Replacing front door speakers with midbass drivers could provide improved low-frequency response, though this would typically require adding separate tweeters to maintain high-frequency coverage.
- The single DIN radio specification indicates standard aftermarket head unit compatibility without requiring additional mounting modifications or dash kit adaptations.
- Sound stage improvement might be achieved by prioritizing front door panel upgrades over dashboard replacements, given the larger cone area and positioning relative to occupants.
- Rear door panel speakers at 5x7 inches offer more radiating surface than the front 5.25-inch rounds, potentially contributing stronger rear fill when properly powered.