C6 Center Channel Speaker Install/Remove/Replace
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Le Mans Master
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From: Skippack PA
St Jude Donor '13
C6 Center Channel Speaker Install/Remove/Replace
I realized that my installation write-up doesn't mention how to do the center channel/dash speaker and I was asked about it so here's a quick how-to. I don't have any pics from it, sorry, the 2 times I've been into that dash speaker I didn't think to take any.
The grill is a pop-out. There's a clip at each end, 2 in the center inboard and one in the center out towards the windshield. Just use a thin bladed flat screwdriver to pop up the grill - you're better off popping each clip and then removing the grill. Prying it off from one side winds up breaking a piece that holds the clip.. ask me how I know...
Once you've gotten all the clips to pop out the grill will just lift out. The sun sensor is attached to this grill. It has the typical clip connector with the lever you need to push down to release it. Disconnect that and sit the grill aside - careful with that sun sensor, you don't want to scratch it up.
The speaker is held in place with 4 9/32" head screws. Just remove those screws (1/4" ratchet wrench will fit) and the speaker lifts right out. Another one of those clip connectors to remove from the speaker.
That's all there is to it. If anyone has pics they could add to this that would be great!
The grill is a pop-out. There's a clip at each end, 2 in the center inboard and one in the center out towards the windshield. Just use a thin bladed flat screwdriver to pop up the grill - you're better off popping each clip and then removing the grill. Prying it off from one side winds up breaking a piece that holds the clip.. ask me how I know...
Once you've gotten all the clips to pop out the grill will just lift out. The sun sensor is attached to this grill. It has the typical clip connector with the lever you need to push down to release it. Disconnect that and sit the grill aside - careful with that sun sensor, you don't want to scratch it up.
The speaker is held in place with 4 9/32" head screws. Just remove those screws (1/4" ratchet wrench will fit) and the speaker lifts right out. Another one of those clip connectors to remove from the speaker.
That's all there is to it. If anyone has pics they could add to this that would be great!
Last edited by TheKomoman; Sep 11, 2006 at 04:47 PM.
Melting Slicks
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Here are pics from my install. I wired the center channel off my HU rear channel. I used the R+ and L- to obtain a "mono-like" signal. This allows me to dial in the amount of center channel by using the fader control.
http://peachstateposse.com/Gallery2/album165
http://peachstateposse.com/Gallery2/album165
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Le Mans Master
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From: Skippack PA
St Jude Donor '13
Excellent guys, thanks!
Here's a couple of the shots from Leo's set for easier access, the first one is a great one for showing the clips.
This one gives a good view of the sun sensor.
Here's a couple of the shots from Leo's set for easier access, the first one is a great one for showing the clips.
This one gives a good view of the sun sensor.
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Burning Brakes
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do all C6 system come with center speaker?
I install a new HU and everything else is factory. I use both pair of RCA..but i never heard the center speaker. I did not touch the factory amp.
I beleive that the base system do not have center speaker...right?
I install a new HU and everything else is factory. I use both pair of RCA..but i never heard the center speaker. I did not touch the factory amp.
I beleive that the base system do not have center speaker...right?
Melting Slicks
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Originally Posted by wratran
do all C6 system come with center speaker?
I install a new HU and everything else is factory. I use both pair of RCA..but i never heard the center speaker. I did not touch the factory amp.
I beleive that the base system do not have center speaker...right?
I install a new HU and everything else is factory. I use both pair of RCA..but i never heard the center speaker. I did not touch the factory amp.
I beleive that the base system do not have center speaker...right?
(not sure about z06 though)
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Le Mans Master
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From: Skippack PA
St Jude Donor '13
Originally Posted by wratran
do all C6 system come with center speaker?
I install a new HU and everything else is factory. I use both pair of RCA..but i never heard the center speaker. I did not touch the factory amp.
I beleive that the base system do not have center speaker...right?
I install a new HU and everything else is factory. I use both pair of RCA..but i never heard the center speaker. I did not touch the factory amp.
I beleive that the base system do not have center speaker...right?
Pro
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would it be wise to put a 2 way speaker in there if you get a good HU that can play 5.1 sound like kenwood ? I wonder if the kenwood would allow you to turn off the center channel ? I'm thinking on a kenwood navi 8140 or 9140 for my Vette.
thx Tim
thx Tim
Drifting
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St. Jude Donor '12
the general consensus on this forum appears to be that the center channel speaker is not necessary / throws off the front stage. i intend to retain factory nav and want the option to revert to stock.
1) do most people completely remove the center channel speaker? 2) is it possible to eliminate the center channel speaker without actually removing the speaker / accessing it and unplugging the speaker wire from the speaker? 3) or is accessing the center channel and unplugging the speaker wire from the speaker the easiest way to eliminate the speaker? 4) has anyone posted the pin-outs from the factory amp?
1) do most people completely remove the center channel speaker? 2) is it possible to eliminate the center channel speaker without actually removing the speaker / accessing it and unplugging the speaker wire from the speaker? 3) or is accessing the center channel and unplugging the speaker wire from the speaker the easiest way to eliminate the speaker? 4) has anyone posted the pin-outs from the factory amp?
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This is a thread that has come back from the dead! 
(well, 2006 anyway)
Here is what I am concerned about with my 2011 GS. I have the non-Bose audio system and do not have the optional Nav.
I use the OnStar alot, and I have noticed that the sound from OnStar (the cellphone and the Turn-by-Turn Navigation) seems to be coming out of that center dash speaker.
I am planning on retaining my OEM head unit, but using an aftermarket 5-way amp powering a new set of door and rear speakers, and a subwoofer. This setup will cetainly stop any audio from going to that dash speaker.
I am worried that I won't be able to hear the OnStar or the OnStar cellphone if I do this.
Maybe I'm wrong, but it sure seems like the audio from the OnStar is comming from that center dash speaker.
Anyone here know anything about this as it relates to a 2011 Vette with the non-Bose and no Nav?
Ron,
________________________________
EDIT I guess the easiest way would be to go out and unhook that center speaker and see if I hear any audio from the OnStar. Just wondering before I try this, if anyone here has any knowledge of this firsthand.
.
(well, 2006 anyway)Here is what I am concerned about with my 2011 GS. I have the non-Bose audio system and do not have the optional Nav.
I use the OnStar alot, and I have noticed that the sound from OnStar (the cellphone and the Turn-by-Turn Navigation) seems to be coming out of that center dash speaker.
I am planning on retaining my OEM head unit, but using an aftermarket 5-way amp powering a new set of door and rear speakers, and a subwoofer. This setup will cetainly stop any audio from going to that dash speaker.
I am worried that I won't be able to hear the OnStar or the OnStar cellphone if I do this.
Maybe I'm wrong, but it sure seems like the audio from the OnStar is comming from that center dash speaker.
Anyone here know anything about this as it relates to a 2011 Vette with the non-Bose and no Nav?
Ron,
________________________________
EDIT I guess the easiest way would be to go out and unhook that center speaker and see if I hear any audio from the OnStar. Just wondering before I try this, if anyone here has any knowledge of this firsthand.
.
Last edited by Turbo6TA; Oct 4, 2011 at 08:43 PM.
Burning Brakes
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I am attempting to remove the center speaker. The pictures showing the locations of the center speaker grill clips are removed from the previous posts. Does anyone else have any pictures or a more accurate description of their location?
