1996 Lincoln Continental Speaker Sizes
The 1996 Lincoln Continental factory audio system integrates specific mounting positions, where the front door panel accepts 6.5 inch speakers, the rear door panel accommodates a 6x8 inch speaker size, and the rear deck lid supports 6x9 inch units. Compatible audio components for system replacement and upgrade consist of midbass and full-range configurations.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6x8 | Full-Range |
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1996 Lincoln Continental Speaker Replacement Summary
3
total positions
3
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 3 Medium: 0 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 2 Low: 01996 Lincoln Continental 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 front door panels in the 1996 Lincoln Continental accommodate 6.5 inch speakers, which may serve as either midbass drivers in a component system or standalone full-range units depending on the configuration chosen.
- Rear locations utilize oval-shaped speakers rather than round ones, with 6x8 inch openings in the door panels and larger 6x9 inch spaces in the rear deck lid.
- All three speaker locations support full-range speakers, though the front position offers additional flexibility for midbass-only drivers when paired with separate tweeters.
- Replacing factory speakers with aftermarket units could potentially enhance clarity and frequency response, particularly if the original equipment has degraded over time.
- The rear deck lid position typically handles a significant portion of interior sound distribution in the 1996 Lincoln Continental, making it a notable consideration during upgrades.
- Component systems installed in the front doors would likely require mounting tweeters separately from the 6.5 inch woofers, possibly in the sail panels or dashboard.
- The combination of round front speakers and oval rear speakers reflects common automotive audio design from this production period.
- Impedance matching and power handling specifications would need verification against the existing head unit or amplifier before selecting replacement speakers.