1998 Ford Expedition Speaker Sizes

The 1998 Ford Expedition speaker size chart provides factory specifications for replacement or aftermarket audio system components. Information covers speaker locations in front door panels, rear door panels, and rear side panels. Details include available sizes for both factory and aftermarket upgrade options throughout the audio system.

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Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Front Door Panel 6x8 Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Door Panel 6x8 Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Side Panel 8 Woofer
  • Requires trim removal
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium

1998 Ford Expedition Speaker Replacement Summary

3 total positions
2 easy to replace
1 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 2 Medium: 1 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 1

1998 Ford Expedition 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 1998 Ford Expedition uses 6x8 inch speakers in both front and rear door panels, with an additional 8 inch woofer in the rear side panel position.
  • Door panel speakers are designated for full-range use, suggesting they handle both mid-range frequencies and higher frequencies without requiring separate tweeters.
  • The rear side panel position accommodates a woofer, indicating this location focuses on lower frequency reproduction to complement the door-mounted full-range units.
  • Upgrading the door panel speakers may provide the most noticeable improvement in overall sound quality, as these full-range units handle the majority of the audible frequency spectrum.
  • The 6x8 inch oval configuration in the doors allows for greater cone area compared to round 6.5 inch speakers while fitting within similar mounting locations.
  • Aftermarket speakers maintaining the 6x8 inch form factor would integrate into the existing mounting points without requiring modifications to the door panels.
  • The dedicated woofer position suggests the factory audio design included some level of frequency distribution, with the 8 inch unit handling bass frequencies separately from the door speakers.
  • Radio replacement options include both single DIN and double DIN head units, providing flexibility for aftermarket stereo installations with varying feature sets and display sizes.