1989 Jeep Cherokee Speaker Sizes
The 1989 Jeep Cherokee factory audio system features locations where the front door panel and rear door panel accommodate 5.25 inch speakers. Additionally, the front door panel and rear door panel support a 5.25 inch speaker size. Midbass and full-range units serve as compatible replacement and upgrade options.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 5.25 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 5.25 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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1989 Jeep Cherokee Speaker Replacement Summary
2
total positions
2
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 0 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 01989 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee features uniform speaker sizing across both front and rear door panels, each accommodating 5.25 inch drivers, which may simplify replacement planning when considering upgrades to the factory audio system.
- Both midbass and full-range speaker types are compatible with the door panel locations, suggesting flexibility in choosing between dedicated mid-frequency drivers or single-driver solutions depending on whether separate tweeters will be integrated.
- The front door position typically benefits more from component speaker installations due to proximity to listeners, while the rear doors could utilize either midbass drivers paired with front components or standalone full-range speakers for fill.
- Full-range speakers in the 5.25 inch format generally incorporate a small tweeter element within the same frame, potentially offering simpler installation for those not adding separate high-frequency drivers.
- Midbass-designated speakers in this size category typically emphasize midrange frequencies and lower bass response, though they would require supplementary tweeters to reproduce higher frequencies adequately.
- The single DIN radio specification indicates standard head unit sizing, which was common during this era and continues to offer straightforward aftermarket receiver compatibility for source upgrades.
- Upgrading from factory speakers in the 1989 Jeep Cherokee door locations could potentially enhance clarity and output, as original equipment speakers from this period often featured basic paper cones and limited power handling.
- The 5.25 inch size represents a middle ground in speaker formats, generally offering better midbass response than smaller drivers while fitting more compact mounting locations than 6.5 inch alternatives.