How to Replace Rear 1993 Chevy Extended Cab Truck Speakers

You can replace the rear speakers in your 1993 Chevy extended cab pickup.

The 1993 Chevrolet full-size extended cab trucks were built with speakers in the front doors and in the rear side panels. Although these speakers are adequate, many audio enthusiasts change the speakers to get better-quality sound reproduction. You may find the idea of removing interior panels to access and replace the existing rear speakers intimidating, but by going one step at a time, it's a job any do-it-yourselfer can accomplish.

Things You'll Need

• Panel tool
• Phillips screwdriver
• Torx T-50 bit and driver

Instructions

1. Pry up the bottom edge of the trim panel below the rear window, using a panel tool. When the bottom edge is loose, lift the panel straight up to remove it.

2. Unscrew the Phillips screw holding the clothes hook above the window, using a Phillips screwdriver.

3. Pry off the plastic cover on top of the seat belt anchor. Remove the Torx T-50 bolt with a T-50 bit and driver. Remove the T-50 bolt at the seat belt retractor (on the floor of the truck), and take out the retractor.

4. Take out three Phillips screws from the door's scuff plate and remove the scuff plate.

5. Remove the ashtray from the rear side panel's armrest and take out the Phillips screws underneath. Pull off the top of the armrest and take out the two Phillips screws underneath.

6. Pry the rear side trim panel off with your panel tool; remove it and and sit aside.

7. Unscrew the four screws holding the speaker in. Pull the speaker out and unplug the wiring connector.

8. Plug the new speaker into the wires. Screw it into the opening and reassemble the panels after you test the speaker.

Tips & Warnings

• Test the speaker before reassembling the interior.

References

• "Car Stereo Cookbook;" Mark Rumerich; 2005