How are speakers removed?
 

I just got a 2002 MPV, and need to upgrade the terrible stock speakers. Stock car speakers have never really bothered me
until I got this car was was shocked at how poor they are. I took a brief look this evening and it almost
seemed like the grills are molded into the door panels. Is this true or do the grills pry out to allow easy replacement of the
speakers; or am I looking at removing the entire door panel? Any tips on what I'm looking to do to replace the speakers would be helpful. This could save much aggrevation
trying to pry off or unclip areas that may not be necessary.

Also, Crutchfield indicates the fronts are 6x8/5x7, but Circuit City states they are 6-1/2", which is it and what
are the rears?

Thanks.

RE: How are speakers removed?
 

The grills should be molded into the panel and are not removeable. Some info and picture for removal included.
FRONT DOOR TRIM
FRONT DOOR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
Disconnect the negative battery cable if equipped with power window.
Remove the inner garnish.
Remove the regulator handle if equipped. (See REGULATOR HANDLE REMOVAL .) (See REGULATOR HANDLE INSTALLATION .)
Remove the fasteners.
Remove the cover.
Remove the screw A.
Remove the screw B.
Remove the lens or cap.
Remove the screw C.
Disengage clips D from the body using a fastener remover.
Pull the front door trim upward, then disengage hooks E from the body.
Extract the inner handle from the front door trim.
Disconnect the door lock switch connector and the power window main switch connector if equipped. (driver's side)
Disconnect the power window sub

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RE: How are speakers removed?
 

Brilliant. One of the best replies I've ever gotten in a forum.
I hope this helps others too.

Thanks!!

RE: How are speakers removed?
 

Good instruction on door speaker. How about the rear speakers? Looks like I must remove all inside trim from rear door to third seat. I have a 1990 MPV, bought new for $17,500 in May 1990 and have put 210,000 miles on her. Now the broken alternator is kicking my a**. That bottom bolt is blocked by power steering unit pulley.. AUGHHHHHH[:@]