2015 Ram 5500 Speaker Sizes

The 2015 Ram 5500 factory audio system features specific mounting locations for audio components. The dashboard accommodates a 3.5 inch speaker size, while the front door panel and rear side panel support 6x9 inch speakers. Available replacement and upgrade options include full-range compatible types.

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

2015 Ram 5500 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

2015 Ram 5500 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 2015 Ram 5500 features three distinct speaker locations with varying sizes, suggesting a tiered replacement approach based on acoustic impact and accessibility considerations.
  • Dashboard speakers measure 3.5 inches and function as full-range units, potentially serving as tweeters or mid-range fill speakers in the factory audio configuration.
  • Both front door panels and rear side panels accommodate 6x9 inch full-range speakers, indicating standardization in the primary listening positions.
  • The 6x9 inch format offers advantages in surface area compared to circular designs, potentially providing enhanced bass response without requiring modifications to factory mounting locations.
  • Full-range designation across all positions suggests the factory system operates without dedicated component separation, meaning each speaker handles the entire frequency spectrum independently.
  • Upgrading the front door 6x9 speakers would likely yield the most noticeable sound quality improvement due to their proximity to front seat occupants.
  • The smaller dashboard speakers may benefit from replacement with units featuring improved high-frequency response, as 3.5 inch drivers can struggle with low-frequency reproduction.
  • Rear side panel speakers at 6x9 inches provide opportunities for enhanced rear fill or rear passenger listening experience.
  • The single DIN and double DIN radio compatibility offers flexibility for head unit upgrades, which could complement speaker replacements with additional power and signal processing capabilities.
  • Aftermarket 6x9 inch speakers with higher sensitivity ratings could improve volume output if the factory head unit remains in place.