1986 Jeep Comanche Speaker Sizes
The 1986 Jeep Comanche factory audio system features specific locations for audio components, where the front door panel accepts a 5.25 inch speaker size and the rear door panel accommodates 4x6 inch units. Full-range and midbass units serve as compatible speaker types for a replacement or upgrade procedure.
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 | 4x6 | Full-Range |
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1986 Jeep Comanche 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: 01986 Jeep Comanche 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 1986 Jeep Comanche features different speaker configurations between front and rear positions, with the front door panels accommodating 5.25 inch speakers while rear door panels utilize 4x6 inch openings.
- Front door speakers offer compatibility with both midbass drivers and full-range speakers, providing flexibility in component selection based on desired audio characteristics and system architecture.
- Rear positions are limited to full-range speakers in the 4x6 inch format, which constrains upgrade options compared to the front locations but maintains factory mounting compatibility.
- Replacing the front door speakers may yield more noticeable improvements in sound quality due to the larger 5.25 inch size and ability to handle dedicated midbass frequencies.
- The single DIN radio opening allows for head unit upgrades that could better drive aftermarket speakers and provide enhanced signal processing capabilities.
- Aftermarket full-range speakers in the 5.25 inch size would likely provide broader frequency response than midbass-specific drivers when used without additional tweeters or components.
- The 4x6 inch rear speakers typically handle mid-range frequencies and vocal reproduction in factory configurations, though aftermarket options may extend frequency range.
- Upgrading speakers in both front and rear locations simultaneously would create more consistent sound staging throughout the cabin compared to replacing only one set.