Plz help ez prob - Club3G Forum : Mitsubishi Eclipse 3G Forums

kc707 · 01/06/2013, 07:15 PM

Hi all!
So, this is my first time on here, and I'm pretty stoked there's a place just for Mitsubishi owners. I've had 2 guys flake on me to help me put some new 6x9's in my '01 eclipse. I've gone out to look at how hard it would be to replace them and I'm not sure if it's just those two bolts on the side when you let the back seat down. What's next? Just pull the panel off? Can someone please walk thru this please? I'd fully appreciate the help.

Bitter · 01/06/2013, 08:02 PM

I was going to send you to the how-to for that but there isn't one specifically for speakers. From memory you need to take off the panel, its clipped on with some push clips around the edges and some in the middle but it's been about 10 years. Maybe someone has pictures.

Treyzian · 01/06/2013, 08:08 PM

It's honestly really easy. The rear panel is held on by clips (and 1 or 2 screws, I don't remember too clearly as it was a while ago, and it was fairly simple and straightforward). Just start at the door, and begin pulling the panel off. If you feel resistance, look and feel around for the screws. After you remove the panel, it's just 4 screws that hold the speaker on. If you still can't figure it out, I can go take a few pictures.

jstewart92 · 01/06/2013, 08:32 PM

I can think of 3 screws that hold the 6x9 interior panel cover in place, 2 by the rear seat (fold the seat down) one down under the panel. You have to take out the rear seat bottom cushion by pulling the two white hooks and lifting up on the cushion. You might have to take off the B-pillar trim as well to allow you to completely remove that 6x9 panel and make the whole job easier. (can't remember which panel is on top)

That's held in place by a screw at the rear strut top mount (pop off the little triangular cover), one side has a little hanger that has to be taken off, and of course the top seat belt bolt (17mm). I've taken my interior apart 2 or 3 times now. It's not too difficult, just be patient and think logically about what panels would need to be removed FIRST.

EDIT: seems that screw I described for the B-pillar is for that 6x9 trim (I think holds both, not sure)

Anyway everything you need is right here in this thread, make the garage section your friend. HOW TO: Remove rear seats/panels

Bitter · 01/06/2013, 08:37 PM

I'd love for someone to make a speaker replacement how-to.

jstewart92 · 01/06/2013, 08:43 PM

If I had taken pictures during my 4 channel amp install/ 6.5/6x9/tweet install I would make one, but unfortunately I didn't. For now people just have to pull the info from the different how-to's together.

kc707 · 01/07/2013, 11:43 PM

Hey there,
First of all...THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH!!! Since I'm so new n I haven't checked out the site well enuf yet, your information is extremely helpful and appreciated

. I'll figure where to find these, "Threads", eventually. Anyway, thanks to you fine guys I'll be able to do the job on my own n stick it to a cpl of flaky guys that were gonna help me.
Kristy

kc707 · 01/07/2013, 11:45 PM

you're sweet, thank you.
Kristy

zslaby1010 · 01/09/2013, 06:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jstewart92

If I had taken pictures during my 4 channel amp install/ 6.5/6x9/tweet install I would make one, but unfortunately I didn't. For now people just have to pull the info from the different how-to's together.

Im actually going to be replacing my stock front doors, and 6x9s all on a 4 channel amp. When i do it, ill snap some pics and make a nice how to..perhaps in a month or so

jstewart92 · 01/09/2013, 07:37 PM

The hardest panel for me was the door panels, but as I said review those how-to's and have the mental picture of where screws are and take your time if you haven't done it before and you won't run into any issues.

Ken · 01/09/2013, 08:53 PM

The door panels are so easy. 3 screws and it pops right off. I have had mine off and on so much it only takes me about 2 minutes a side haha.

When you install new components in the doors, I recommend ditching the stock ABS plastic baffles and installing some MDF ones. The reduced vibration translates to fuller sound you can hear.

jstewart92 · 01/09/2013, 09:04 PM

It's easy for me now, but the first time I tried it I didn't have the window rolled down.

fliegendaffe · 01/09/2013, 11:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bitter

I'd love for someone to make a speaker replacement how-to.

If I had a 3g to borrow/play with to do the install how-to, I would do a nice in depth vid and write up.

jaloosk · 01/10/2013, 08:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bitter

I'd love for someone to make a speaker replacement how-to.

I did this (sorta) for the door speakers in my car. Well, at least for the MDF baffles. Jaloosk's Lambo Lyncher

It's not hard. Like changing a battery. Just make sure the + and - connections are correct.

01/06/2013, 07:15 PM	#1 (permalink)
kc707 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 5	Plz help ez prob Hi all! So, this is my first time on here, and I'm pretty stoked there's a place just for Mitsubishi owners. I've had 2 guys flake on me to help me put some new 6x9's in my '01 eclipse. I've gone out to look at how hard it would be to replace them and I'm not sure if it's just those two bolts on the side when you let the back seat down. What's next? Just pull the panel off? Can someone please walk thru this please? I'd fully appreciate the help.

01/06/2013, 08:32 PM	#4 (permalink)
jstewart92 Retrofitter Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Hinesville, Georgia Vehicle: 03' Eclipse GS Posts: 5,044	I can think of 3 screws that hold the 6x9 interior panel cover in place, 2 by the rear seat (fold the seat down) one down under the panel. You have to take out the rear seat bottom cushion by pulling the two white hooks and lifting up on the cushion. You might have to take off the B-pillar trim as well to allow you to completely remove that 6x9 panel and make the whole job easier. (can't remember which panel is on top) That's held in place by a screw at the rear strut top mount (pop off the little triangular cover), one side has a little hanger that has to be taken off, and of course the top seat belt bolt (17mm). I've taken my interior apart 2 or 3 times now. It's not too difficult, just be patient and think logically about what panels would need to be removed FIRST. EDIT: seems that screw I described for the B-pillar is for that 6x9 trim (I think holds both, not sure) Anyway everything you need is right here in this thread, make the garage section your friend. HOW TO: Remove rear seats/panels Last edited by jstewart92; 01/06/2013 at 08:40 PM.

01/06/2013, 08:08 PM	#3 (permalink)
Treyzian G-Force Junkie Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: California Vehicle: 03 GTS Posts: 577	It's honestly really easy. The rear panel is held on by clips (and 1 or 2 screws, I don't remember too clearly as it was a while ago, and it was fairly simple and straightforward). Just start at the door, and begin pulling the panel off. If you feel resistance, look and feel around for the screws. After you remove the panel, it's just 4 screws that hold the speaker on. If you still can't figure it out, I can go take a few pictures.

01/06/2013, 08:43 PM	#6 (permalink)
jstewart92 Retrofitter Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Hinesville, Georgia Vehicle: 03' Eclipse GS Posts: 5,044	If I had taken pictures during my 4 channel amp install/ 6.5/6x9/tweet install I would make one, but unfortunately I didn't. For now people just have to pull the info from the different how-to's together.

01/07/2013, 11:43 PM	#7 (permalink)
kc707 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 5	Hey there, First of all...THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH!!! Since I'm so new n I haven't checked out the site well enuf yet, your information is extremely helpful and appreciated . I'll figure where to find these, "Threads", eventually. Anyway, thanks to you fine guys I'll be able to do the job on my own n stick it to a cpl of flaky guys that were gonna help me. Kristy

01/07/2013, 11:45 PM	#8 (permalink)
kc707 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 5	you're sweet, thank you. Kristy

01/09/2013, 07:37 PM	#10 (permalink)
jstewart92 Retrofitter Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Hinesville, Georgia Vehicle: 03' Eclipse GS Posts: 5,044	The hardest panel for me was the door panels, but as I said review those how-to's and have the mental picture of where screws are and take your time if you haven't done it before and you won't run into any issues.

01/09/2013, 08:53 PM	#11 (permalink)
Ken Shocker Lite Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Erie PA Vehicle: RX350 Posts: 1,926	The door panels are so easy. 3 screws and it pops right off. I have had mine off and on so much it only takes me about 2 minutes a side haha. When you install new components in the doors, I recommend ditching the stock ABS plastic baffles and installing some MDF ones. The reduced vibration translates to fuller sound you can hear.

01/09/2013, 09:04 PM	#12 (permalink)
jstewart92 Retrofitter Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Hinesville, Georgia Vehicle: 03' Eclipse GS Posts: 5,044	It's easy for me now, but the first time I tried it I didn't have the window rolled down.

Remove Advertisements Sponsored Links
Club3G.com Advertisement