1989 Nissan Pathfinder Speaker Sizes
The 1989 Nissan Pathfinder factory audio system features specific mounting locations for sound reproduction components. Front door panels accommodate 6.5 inch speakers, while rear door panels accept 6x9 inch units. Compatible speaker types for a replacement upgrade include midbass and full-range options.
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 Door Panel | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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1989 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder accommodates different speaker configurations between front and rear positions, with 6.5-inch openings in the front door panels and 6x9-inch openings in the rear door panels.
- Front door panel speakers accept both midbass and full-range driver types, which suggests flexibility in system design depending on whether a separate tweeter component is installed elsewhere.
- Rear door panel positions are specified for full-range speakers only, indicating these locations may serve as the primary source for mid and high frequencies in the rear soundstage.
- The oval 6x9-inch format in the rear typically provides greater cone surface area compared to the round 6.5-inch front speakers, potentially contributing more output in the lower midrange frequencies.
- Replacement speakers with enhanced sensitivity ratings or improved frequency response could address limitations inherent in factory audio components from this production period.
- Component speaker systems installed in the front door panels would likely require custom tweeter mounting solutions, as the factory configuration does not specify dedicated high-frequency driver locations.
- The single DIN radio opening allows for aftermarket head unit upgrades that could provide additional power output and signal processing capabilities to drive replacement speakers more effectively.