1990 Dodge Colt Speaker Sizes
The 1990 Dodge Colt factory audio system features dashboard locations that accommodate a 3.5 inch speaker size alongside an additional dashboard location supporting 4 inch units. Front door panel and rear deck lid locations accept 5.25 inch speakers, while rear side panel locations accommodate 6.5 inch speakers. Compatible types for replacement and upgrade include full-range, midrange, 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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| Dashboard | 4 | Midrange |
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| Front Door Panel | 5.25 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 5.25 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Side Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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1990 Dodge Colt Speaker Replacement Summary
5
total positions
2
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 3 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 3 Low: 11990 Dodge Colt Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 1990 Dodge Colt features five distinct speaker locations throughout the cabin, each requiring different sizes ranging from 3.5 inches in the dashboard to 6.5 inches in the rear side panels.
- Dashboard positions offer two separate mounting options, with 3.5-inch full-range speakers and 4-inch midrange units providing sound coverage from the front of the vehicle.
- Front door panels accommodate 5.25-inch speakers that can be configured as either midbass drivers for frequency-specific reproduction or full-range units for broader audio coverage.
- The rear deck lid maintains the same 5.25-inch size specification as the front doors, allowing for consistent driver matching between front and rear positions when using midbass or full-range configurations.
- Rear side panels represent the largest speaker locations in the 1990 Dodge Colt, accepting 6.5-inch drivers that can function as midbass or full-range components depending on system design.
- The variety of compatible speaker types suggests flexibility in audio system configuration, particularly for those considering component speaker setups that separate midrange and bass frequencies across multiple locations.
- Replacing dashboard speakers might prioritize midrange clarity and vocal reproduction, while door and rear panel positions could focus on lower frequency support and overall soundstage width.
- Full-range capability in multiple locations indicates that single-driver replacements could provide improvement over factory units without requiring complex component system installations.
- The radio chassis supports both single DIN and double DIN head unit installations, potentially allowing for integration with aftermarket source units that offer enhanced amplification for upgraded speakers.
- Sound improvement opportunities may vary by location, with larger 6.5-inch rear side panel speakers typically offering better bass response compared to smaller dashboard units focused on higher frequencies.