2016 Ram 4500 Speaker Sizes

The 2016 Ram 4500 factory audio system features a dashboard that accepts a 3.5 inch speaker size, while front door panels and rear side panels accommodate 6x9 inch units. Full-range transducers serve as a replacement upgrade within the vehicle.

Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.

Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Dashboard 3.5 Full-Range
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Front Door Panel 6x9 Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Side Panel 6x9 Full-Range
  • Requires trim removal
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium

2016 Ram 4500 Speaker Replacement Summary

3 total positions
1 easy to replace
1 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 1 Medium: 2 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 1

2016 Ram 4500 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 2016 Ram 4500 features three distinct speaker locations with varying sizes, where dashboard speakers measure 3.5 inches while both door and rear positions accommodate larger 6x9 inch units.
  • All factory speaker positions support full-range driver configurations rather than component systems, suggesting a straightforward replacement approach without separate tweeters or crossovers.
  • The front door panels and rear side panels share identical 6x9 inch specifications, which may simplify the selection process when sourcing aftermarket replacements for multiple positions.
  • Upgrading the 6x9 inch locations could potentially provide more noticeable sound improvement compared to the smaller dashboard speakers due to the increased cone area available for bass response.
  • The dashboard speakers may primarily handle mid-range and higher frequencies given their compact 3.5 inch size, while the 6x9 positions likely contribute more lower frequency output.
  • Aftermarket speaker options would need to match these specific size requirements, with particular attention to mounting depth depending on available space behind each panel location.
  • The radio compatibility with both single and double DIN head units suggests flexibility for audio system upgrades beyond just speaker replacement.