1989 Dodge Aries Speaker Sizes
The 1989 Dodge Aries factory audio system utilizes the dashboard to accommodate a 3.5 inch speaker size, while the front door panel and rear deck lid accept 5.25 inch and 5x7 inch units, respectively. Compatible types for replacement and upgrade include full-range and midbass components.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 3.5 | Full-Range |
|
| Front Door Panel | 5.25 | Midbass / Full-Range |
|
| Rear Deck Lid | 5x7 | Full-Range |
|
1989 Dodge Aries 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: 01989 Dodge Aries 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 1989 Dodge Aries features three distinct speaker locations with varying size requirements, suggesting a tiered approach to replacement based on listening priorities and budget considerations.
- Dashboard speakers are limited to 3.5 inch full-range units, which typically handle mid and high frequencies but may lack bass response compared to larger drivers.
- Front door panels accommodate 5.25 inch speakers and offer compatibility with both midbass and full-range types, providing flexibility in sound staging configuration.
- The 5x7 inch rear deck speakers represent the largest mounting points in the vehicle, though their full-range designation suggests they serve primarily as fill speakers rather than dedicated bass sources.
- Replacing front door speakers first might yield the most noticeable improvement in sound quality, given their proximity to occupants and their ability to accommodate midbass drivers.
- The single DIN radio opening allows for aftermarket head unit installation, which could provide better amplification and signal processing for upgraded speakers.
- Component speaker systems may not integrate well with the dashboard location due to the 3.5 inch size limitation, potentially requiring tweeter mounting solutions elsewhere.
- The mix of round and oval speaker sizes across different locations indicates that a complete speaker upgrade would require purchasing multiple product types rather than a uniform set.