2017 Ford Expedition Speaker Sizes
The 2017 Ford Expedition factory audio system includes specific locations configured with designated components. Front door panel locations accommodate 1.5 inch units and 6x8 inch speakers. Rear door panel locations accept 6x8 inch speakers, while rear side panel locations accommodate an 8 inch speaker size. Compatible speaker types for a replacement and upgrade include tweeter, full-range, and woofer units.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 1.5 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6x8 | Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6x8 | Full-Range |
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| Rear Side Panel | 8 | Woofer |
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2017 Ford Expedition Speaker Replacement Summary
4
total positions
3
easy to replace
2
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 3 Medium: 1 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 2 Medium: 1 Low: 12017 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 2017 Ford Expedition features a multi-speaker configuration with separate tweeters and full-range speakers in the front doors, suggesting a component-style setup that separates high and low frequencies for potentially enhanced sound staging.
- Front door panels accommodate both 1.5-inch tweeters and 6x8-inch full-range speakers, which indicates that upgrading either component independently could allow for targeted improvements in specific frequency ranges.
- The 6x8-inch oval format found in both front and rear door panels represents a common size that typically offers a reasonable balance between bass response and midrange clarity within the space constraints of door panel installations.
- Rear side panels house 8-inch woofers dedicated to low-frequency reproduction, which may contribute significantly to overall bass output and could be a priority replacement area for those seeking improved low-end performance.
- The factory configuration includes dedicated woofers rather than relying solely on door speakers for bass, which suggests an attempt to distribute frequency responsibilities across multiple speaker locations throughout the cabin.
- Aftermarket speaker upgrades might be approached in stages, with the 8-inch rear woofers potentially offering noticeable bass improvements, while tweeter replacements could refine high-frequency detail and clarity.
- The radio accepts both single DIN and double DIN head units, providing flexibility for aftermarket receiver installations that might include enhanced processing capabilities to complement upgraded speakers.