Re: 86 4000 front speakers

[BJohn77777@aol.com]

In a message dated 96-03-28 23:31:36 EST, you write:

>I am looking at replacing my front speakers, and I was wondering which
>side provides easiest access (top or bottom)?

>Is removing the vents the only wy to get in there, or is it possible to
>remove the speaker grill on top of the instrument panel?

The only way to access them without major dash destruction is from the
bottom.  Just lower the drivers shelf unit and the glovebox (4 or 5 screws
each).  Look up under the dash and you can see the speaker base.  There are
two screws (#2 phillips) that hold them to the dash.    The air ducts make it
a bit of a pain to access the aft most speaker mount screw, but a stubby
screwdriver worked for me.  I just replaced mine with factory Audi speakers,
($28.00 each from the dealer).  Took all of 40 minutes.  The new ones sound
much better.  If you are replacing with factory speakers the Part #'s are:
left=811 035 399 E 01Z, right=811 035 400 E 01Z.  The 01Z is color code for
Brazilian Brown.  I believe there are at least two more interior colors
(black & dark gray).  Good luck...

Bruce Johnson
85 4KCSQ