Focus 4600 head unit specifications...noob - Focaljet

**parthc007** · 06-23-2008, 11:34 AM

its my first post here....just got 2000 white focus SE and had a couple of questions.

It has the factory sound system(4600) and factory speakers. I recently bough 4 Polk audio DB571 5 x7 speakers to replace the stock.

So my first question:
1. Would the 5 x 7 speakers fit in the 6 x8 slot without any adapters?
2. Does the factory unit have an amp? may i should rephrase the question....will the factory unit be able to pump out enough dope for the db571's or should i buy a new head unit/amp?

3. i am prolly going to install the speakers myself, any guides online as to how to install them?

thanks

**parthc007** · 06-24-2008, 09:39 AM

anyone????? help this noob?

**danager** · 06-24-2008, 10:55 AM

Most 5x7's will fit without an adaptor, look on the speaker to see if they have the extra mounting tabs.

You could run them off of the factory deck, an aftermarket stereo will give you a little more power, and more controll (eq's).

Check out the "sticky" section, for some faq's, and tips. Be sure to read the wire colour, to make sure you have the polarity correct on all speakers, as you will have to cut off the plug that goes into the factory speakers.

**David Anderson** · 06-24-2008, 01:47 PM

danagers post hit on the head

**captain_jack** · 06-24-2008, 02:53 PM

Before you cut the speaker harness off run you booty down to ur local best buy and buy the speaker harness. they are like 24$ for both front and rear but they plug into the factory harness and you will always get the polarity correct. Cutting harnesses is silly these days.You will need metra part number 72-5600.

**rollin_loud** · 06-24-2008, 08:45 PM

not to mention a major PITA dealing with those short lil wires after u hack it off!!

**Ray** · 06-25-2008, 10:01 AM

yeah the wiring for the speakers in the doors is insanely short. i wish they had those adapters back when i did my doors several years ago.

**parthc007** · 06-26-2008, 07:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by captain_jack

Before you cut the speaker harness off run you booty down to ur local best buy and buy the speaker harness. they are like 24$ for both front and rear but they plug into the factory harness and you will always get the polarity correct. Cutting harnesses is silly these days.You will need metra part number 72-5600.

hey thanks for the suggestion....where else can i buy it cuz i don't think canadian best buy stores sell that...any canadians on the forum care to help?

**danager** · 06-27-2008, 01:36 AM

You are correct, Best Buy Canada dropped the speaker harnesses about 2 years ago. Try Crutchfield.

06-23-2008, 11:34 AM	#1
parthc007 Rookie Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 5	Focus 4600 head unit specifications...noob its my first post here....just got 2000 white focus SE and had a couple of questions. It has the factory sound system(4600) and factory speakers. I recently bough 4 Polk audio DB571 5 x7 speakers to replace the stock. So my first question: 1. Would the 5 x 7 speakers fit in the 6 x8 slot without any adapters? 2. Does the factory unit have an amp? may i should rephrase the question....will the factory unit be able to pump out enough dope for the db571's or should i buy a new head unit/amp? 3. i am prolly going to install the speakers myself, any guides online as to how to install them? thanks

06-24-2008, 09:39 AM	#2
parthc007 Rookie Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 5	Re: Focus 4600 head unit specifications...noob anyone????? help this noob?

06-24-2008, 10:55 AM	#3
danager TEAM Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 440	Re: Focus 4600 head unit specifications...noob Most 5x7's will fit without an adaptor, look on the speaker to see if they have the extra mounting tabs. You could run them off of the factory deck, an aftermarket stereo will give you a little more power, and more controll (eq's). Check out the "sticky" section, for some faq's, and tips. Be sure to read the wire colour, to make sure you have the polarity correct on all speakers, as you will have to cut off the plug that goes into the factory speakers.

06-24-2008, 01:47 PM	#4
David Anderson David Anderson Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Irving, Tx Posts: 5,469	Re: Focus 4600 head unit specifications...noob danagers post hit on the head __________________

06-24-2008, 02:53 PM	#5
captain_jack TEAM Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: TucsonAZ Posts: 799	Re: Focus 4600 head unit specifications...noob Before you cut the speaker harness off run you booty down to ur local best buy and buy the speaker harness. they are like 24$ for both front and rear but they plug into the factory harness and you will always get the polarity correct. Cutting harnesses is silly these days.You will need metra part number 72-5600. __________________ If it aint Pine it aint mine. 05 ST pitch black turn sigs and blackened heads and tails skunk2 2" drop, fc sts, ice, r/s alarm

06-24-2008, 08:45 PM	#6
rollin_loud TEAM Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Leesburg, Fl Posts: 132	Re: Focus 4600 head unit specifications...noob not to mention a major PITA dealing with those short lil wires after u hack it off!!

06-25-2008, 10:01 AM	#7
Ray aka demonfire Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: CT Posts: 26,356	Re: Focus 4600 head unit specifications...noob yeah the wiring for the speakers in the doors is insanely short. i wish they had those adapters back when i did my doors several years ago. __________________ Cable Ties. Is there anything they can't fix? Driver > Car - in memory of GaryK *Roadtrippin.org* \| CART

06-27-2008, 01:36 AM	#9
danager TEAM Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 440	Re: Focus 4600 head unit specifications...noob You are correct, Best Buy Canada dropped the speaker harnesses about 2 years ago. Try Crutchfield.

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