Chrysler New Yorker Speaker Size

Dashboard Speaker

Rear Deck Lid Speaker

Front Door Panel Speaker

Chrysler New Yorker Speaker FAQ

Which speakers should I replace first in my Chrysler New Yorker for the biggest sound improvement?

Replace the 6 x 9 inch rear deck speakers first. These handle most of your mid-bass frequencies around 80-250 Hz and contribute significantly to overall volume. The rear deck location typically gets more power allocation from factory head units - often 15-25 watts RMS compared to 8-12 watts for dashboard speakers. Component speakers work well here if you want better separation, though coaxials might be easier to install since the mounting depth varies in New Yorker rear decks.

Can I install component speakers in the front door panels instead of coaxials?

Yes, component speakers often improve staging in the Chrysler New Yorker front doors. The 5.25 inch mounting supports both types. Components separate tweeter and woofer duties - tweeters handle 3-20 kHz while woofers focus on 60-3000 Hz range. You'll need to mount tweeters separately, possibly in the door panel or A-pillar. The crossover network typically requires 4-8 ohm impedance matching. Door panel depth should accommodate most component woofers, though measure first since some aftermarket options exceed factory specifications.

Why do the dashboard speakers sound muffled in my Chrysler New Yorker?

Dashboard speakers typically suffer from restricted airspace and poor positioning. The 3.5 inch size limits low-frequency response below 150-200 Hz anyway. Factory speakers often use cheap paper cones that deteriorate over time. Full-range replacements with polypropylene or textile cones handle moisture better and extend frequency response slightly. Coaxial designs add tweeter integration for better highs around 4-15 kHz. Don't expect dramatic bass improvement though - the location and size inherently limit output below midrange frequencies.

What impedance should I look for when replacing Chrysler New Yorker speakers?

Factory systems typically use 4-ohm speakers throughout. Match this impedance to maintain proper power transfer from your head unit. Using 8-ohm speakers reduces power output by roughly half - a 20-watt channel becomes 10 watts effectively. Some aftermarket units handle mixed impedances better than others. The 6 x 9 rear speakers particularly benefit from maintaining 4-ohm rating since they handle more power. Front door 5.25 inch and dashboard 3.5 inch locations are less critical but consistency helps overall system balance.

Do triaxial speakers work better than coaxials in the Chrysler New Yorker rear deck?

Triaxial speakers add a third driver element - usually a super tweeter for extended high frequencies above 10 kHz. Whether this improves sound depends on your listening preferences and source material. The rear deck position doesn't ideally serve high-frequency staging anyway. Coaxials might actually sound more balanced since the tweeter-to-ear distance creates natural rolloff. Triaxials sometimes sound harsh from rear positions. Focus more on overall power handling - 30-50 watts RMS works well for 6 x 9 applications - and cone material quality than driver count.