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How to remove door panels in '09 Vibe?

Posted: Wed Sep 02, 2009 7:12 am
by Tonebalone
I have bought some Polk DB651s to upgrade the stock speakers. Using panel tools, I removed the panel containing the window lift switch, unplugged it, and removed two Phillips screws. Then I pried the clips loose all the way around the door. I am getting some resistance just below and in front of the door pull handle. Does anyone know if this is yet another clip, or should I be looking for another screw? I don't want to break anything on my (nearly) new car.This narrative refers to the right, rear door.Does anyone have any experience removing these panels who can offer advice?Thanks for your help.

Figured it out.

Posted: Wed Sep 02, 2009 9:39 am
by Tonebalone
I had to pop out the small black trim underneath the door pull, and there was a third phillips screw. Everything was wavy gravy after that.It's interesting to note the cheap quality of the stock speakers. All paper construction, not even a "whizzer cone" tweeter, and a magnet that appoximates a quarter-dollar in size and weight.I ran out of daylight so I only got one speaker replaced. I'll finish the other three this weekend.

Posted: Thu Sep 03, 2009 3:11 am
by Kincaid
Are these the stock speakers w/the Monsoon pkg?Just wondering because I was a bit underwhelmed by the sound quality - well, volume - of this option. My old dorm room Harmon Kardon receiver with 20 watts would blow your socks off compared to the Monsoon system (do like the subwoofer bass, tho).

Re: (Kincaid)

Posted: Thu Sep 03, 2009 10:13 am
by Tonebalone
I've heard they're the same. They're pitiful, and just about any replacement should sound better. I'd keep the stock amp and subwoofer.