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!

Here's one pic...

http://www.quiros.net/corvette/dashspeaker3.jpg

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

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.

http://peachstateposse.com/Gallery2/...5/DSCF0063.jpg

This one gives a good view of the sun sensor.
http://peachstateposse.com/Gallery2/...5/DSCF0064.jpg

http://peachstateposse.com/Gallery2/...5/DSCF0067.jpg

Awsome. Just to make sure, this is a NON-bose car right?

Mine was non-bose. :yesnod:

Mine WAS Bose. Looks exactly the same. :thumbs:

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Thanks for posting.

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?

They all have it. :yesnod: (not sure about z06 though)

The amp does the signal processing to create the dash channel so there's not a line level out on that channel from the radio.

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

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?

pin outs are in the c6 faq. but it is way easier to pop that grill and unhook it then jack with the wires at the oem amp

Just went out to the garage and it took me about five minutes to do this and wow it does sound a lot better :thumbs:

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,

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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.

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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?

Well? What is the answer to this issue of OnStar & dash speaker? :toetap: