Things went so well that they brought me in as a fulltime writer and eventually made me an editor. Now I continue to write those vehicle profiles, other web features, product descriptions, and Crutchfield catalog articles.
Let's just say I know some pretty cool stuff that'll help you install your car or marine audio system. Hopefully you'll have some fun along the way. I was completely and amazingly wrong. The house sounds awesome these days and the latest car is next. And yes, we'll probably write an article about that, so stay tuned! In brief: This Crutchfield Research Garage article gives you an overview of your S's stock stereo system and your aftermarket upgrade options.
Use our vehicle selector to find the gear that will fit your Honda. What's more fun than a drop-top two-seater sports car? A bouncy house filled with loose piles of cash, maybe? Yeah, but a sports car looks a lot cooler than a bouncy house in the front yard, so we're going with the car. And the Honda S was definitely made for fun. With a thoroughly stuck chassis, a high-revving engine, powerful brakes, and slick styling, this car is ready for the weekend whenever you are.
Plus, it's a Honda, so it has all sorts of un-sports car characteristics, like atomic clock-level reliability and an interior in which actual, normal-sized humans can sit for hours without cramping into the fetal position.
With so many virtues and so few vices, it's no wonder that the S is popular with tuners, customizers, weekend racers, and smart people who just want to go for a drive in the country without ending up in a remake of "Deliverance" because the car broke down.
All of those people can appreciate a better stereo, and in an open car like this, it's a smart, fun upgrade. They're not awful under normal, everyday driving conditions, but you don't drive a car like the S the same way you drive a Fit — you drop the top, find a two-lane, and enjoy yourself. When you do that, you'll want more power and better fidelity. A wide variety of single-DIN 2" tall aftermarket receivers will fit behind the S's slick radio cover, but you'll want to pay attention when you're shopping.
For one thing, you may not be able to close the radio cover if you install a stereo with a fold-down or protruding faceplate. For another, single-DIN receivers with retractable video screens won't work in this car because of the receiver's proximity to the shifter. You really wouldn't be able to get a clear, safe look at it down there, anyway, so it's probably for the best. Make sure the aftermarket receiver you choose doesn't have a flip-down face of its own Crutchfield Research Photo.
During the S's lengthy run, there were some interior changes that affect the way you'll remove and replace the factory radio. It's not really hard either way, but with the newer cars, there are a few more steps involved. The cars couldn't be much easier if the stock receiver was attached to the dash with Velcro. Honda panels are usually pretty tight, so pry gently, to avoid damaging the panel.
Once the panel's out of the way, remove the four Phillips screws securing the radio, then pull it out, disconnect, and remove it. From here, you're ready to install the new one. Simple as that! The later cars are a little more complicated, due to the closer relationship between the receiver and the console. Once the car's ready to work on see above , you'll start this job by unscrewing the gear shift knob. Next, you'll carefully! Once the console's out of the way, everything on these cars is the same as on the earlier models.
Remove the trim, remove the screws, remove the radio, and install the new one. When you install a new receiver, you'll use the trim ring that came with it, along with the factory radio side brackets. You may notice a slight gap around the face of a new receiver. This is normal, and you'll barely notice it once you're on the road.
It's relatively easy to retain the steering wheel audio controls when you install a new stereo in your S When you enter your vehicle information , our database will choose the adapter you need to make your factory steering wheel controls work with your new receiver. Shop for car stereos that fit your Honda S You'll need to remove the door panels to get to the speakers, a process that begins with prying out two screw covers in the door pull handle and removing the exposed Phillips screws.
Next, pry out the retaining clip in the upper front edge of the door panel. Remove the Phillips screw behind the door release trim, then pull the trim toward the rear of the vehicle and remove it. Pry out the sides and bottom of the door panel to release the retaining clips, then lift the panel and pull it out just enough to disconnect the wiring harnesses. Remove the door panel and find a safe, soft spot in your garage to store it while you're working on the speakers.
The tweeters are mounted on the inside of the S's door panels Crutchfield Research Photo. The 3" tweeters, which are mounted on the door panels, are easy to remove, but a little tricky to replace.
There's nothing hard about it, but it's also not a "plug and play" job, either. Once the door panel has been removed, getting the old ones out is merely a matter of removing some Phillips screws and disconnecting the wiring harnesses. The fun part comes when you're installing new tweeters.
A wide variety of aftermarket component tweeters will fit into the space, but you'll need to use backstraps , hot glue, or silicone to secure them. There's no wiring harness available for this location, so you'll need to use Posi-Products speaker connectors when connecting to the car's stock wiring.
The woofers are even easier to work with. Just remove the three Phillips screws securing each one to the door, disconnect the harnesses, and pull them out. In some cases, you'll need to cut out the back of the factory mounting bracket to accommodate your new speakers.
A simple test-fitting will tell you if this is necessary or not. So will our Outfit My Car tool, which will let you know if this is going to be an issue or not before you even place your order! Once your new woofers and tweeters are installed, test them out to make sure everything's working correctly.
If they are, you're ready to replace the door panels and hit the road. The rear speakers, available in up Ss, are located on the back wall of the passenger compartment, in the headrests. One set there are two in each headrest connects to the stereo's left rear channel and the other one connects to the right rear channel. These tweeters are easy to get to just remove the grilles and there they are , but getting to the harnesses will involve extensive disassembly, plus some cutting and splicing of wires.
You'll also need to fabricate a bracket or use backstraps, hot glue, or silicone to secure them. All in all, this is not a job we recommend for the beginning car audio DIY-er. If any of this gives you pause, you might want to have this work done by a professional. Or just leave them alone.
Shop for speakers that fit your Honda S The S's trunk is not large, but there's enough room for two people to toss in a weekend's worth of duffle bags. If you run out of space, one of you has probably overpacked.
There's also room for a subwoofer box, if you want one. We've seen it done. You can also go with a JL Audio Stealthbox.
This sealed enclosure, which is custom-designed for the S, contains a beefy 10" JL Audio sub that fires up from the bottom of the trunk. The only downside is that you'll need to find a new spot for the factory jack and tool kit. A powered subwoofer is also a nice idea for a car like the S You can choose a compact model and get remarkably better bass without giving up much of the very little cargo room this car offers. Shop for vehicle-specific subwoofers for your Honda S You can still get aftermarket nav functionality without a touchscreen navigation receiver.
Mount a portable GPS on the dash or windshield and get turn-by-turn directions, traffic updates, and everything you need to make your road trip go smoothly. Plus, when you get where you're going, you can put your GPS in your pocket and use it to find points of interest around town. Replacing the factory radio will make a big difference in the performance of your new aftermarket speakers, but to further improve the sound quality, consider installing a 4-channel amplifier.
Talk to one of our advisors to get some ideas for how to build your system. If you choose to keep the stock radio, install a sound processor to send a clear, clean signal to your new amp. Sound processors remove any limitations on the signal imposed by the factory radio.
The better the signal, the better the sound. Read our article explaining factory sound processors to learn more. Installing a security system in your S isn't easy security systems rarely are , but it's definitely a good idea. Our Crutchfield Advisors can help figure out what you need to get the job done, but we usually recommend taking your car and new gear to a professional installer. Shop for car security systems for your Honda S Visit our Outfit My Car page and enter your vehicle information to see stereos, speakers, subs, and other audio accessories that will work in your vehicle.
Watch this video for a step-by-step overview of a basic car stereo installation. The actual steps involved vary from car to car, but this is a good example. These car audio tips can help improve sound quality in your vehicle, whether you're listening on a factory system or a multi-channel amplified setup.
Read on for advice from our experts. A car stereo is the centerpiece of any car audio system. This introduction explains how to choose the right receiver for your car or truck. Large touchscreens, loads of built-in features, and easy viewability are just some of the advantages to building your stereo around a large-screen receiver.
Digital media and multimedia receivers are the most popular types of car stereos. How do you pick the right one? We'll give you some tips for finding the stereo that's right for you. If you ask us, a car stereo system should include much more than a stereo and a pair of speakers. Adding components like satellite radios, subwoofers, amplifiers,. When adding an aftermarket receiver, you need a steering wheel control adapter to keep the functionality and convenience of your steering wheel controls.
From in-dash DVD players to easy-add-on portable systems, car video makes your trips a lot more fun, and this article covers the topic from front to back. A quick guide to what to look for when shopping for an in-dash GPS navigation system. We'll help you choose the right touchscreen nav stereo for your car. For free personalized advice, call Our Advisors have listened to most of the speakers we carry, and can help you make the best choice for your system. Close contact box.
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