[Samaiken23]

Hi everyone, I’m new to forums but just wanted to make a post if anyone else needs help! So, I’ve been wanted to add some extra thump to my Toyota Highlander and recently installed a subwoofer and amp. I’m also installing door speakers and I just added tweeters last night. After doing a lot of research and watching videos I noticed that my Highlander has 4 wires instead of the 2 wires that I’ve seen in other highlanders. Originally going into the install I was just going to cut the factory wires and tie them into the new tweeters, but I couldn’t find any wiring diagrams or anything on which wires were which. So, I ended up ordering wiring harnesses from Amazon for $14 for a pair which fit perfectly! I also ordered SKAR TX35 3.5” tweeters in hopes that they would fit. I didn’t buy any brackets and I definitely didn’t want to spend $110 on the factory subaru tweeters that I’ve seen people buy which has the factory connection. So in Total, I spent $35 on the SKAR tweeters and $14 on the wiring harness for a seem-less install and with amazing sound quality! I will link both products in this thread and also post pictures! Thanks for reading and I hope this helps someone else out!

RED WOLF Car Center Dash Tweeter Wiring Harness Connector Plug Replacement for 2008-2021 Toyota Highlander RAV4 4Runner Non JBL, Subaru Crosstrek Forester 2012-2020 Aftermarket Pro Tweeter Cable https://a.co/d/7VVxeB8

Skar Audio TX35 3.5" 120W 2-Way... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078NFBB87?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

 

[AlmostJake]

Those tweeters have pretty low sensitivity. Much lower than I imagine the stock speaker(s) had. Did it help balance out the systems forward sound bias?

 

[Samaiken23]

Those tweeters have pretty low sensitivity. Much lower than I imagine the stock speaker(s) had. Did it help balance out the systems forward sound bias?

Yes, I agree. I think it made a big difference in the sound and being more balanced. When I installed the subwoofer the bass drowned the music out, but now I can hear the music clearly and the bass in the background. Great tweeters for the price in my opinion

 

[IceBlade]

The 4 wires are just 2 channels of audio splicing together at the speaker. If you follow the wiring, you’ll see that the L-channel wire comes from the stereo, connects to the speaker which also connects to that second wire and then goes to the door speaker. And it’s the same for the R channel. Obviously you’ve already done it but if anyone else reads this and wants more info, I have the wiring diagrams somewhere and can explain better.

 

[DemonicZia]

What door speakers are you using if you don't mind me asking?

 

[Samaiken23]

What door speakers are you using if you don't mind me asking?

I just installed Pioneer TS-900M 6x9s in the front. I need to order some speakers for the rear as well. I like them, and they are good for the price, but eventually I might experiment with better speakers.

 

[Samaiken23]

The 4 wires are just 2 channels of audio splicing together at the speaker. If you follow the wiring, you’ll see that the L-channel wire comes from the stereo, connects to the speaker which also connects to that second wire and then goes to the door speaker. And it’s the same for the R channel. Obviously you’ve already done it but if anyone else reads this and wants more info, I have the wiring diagrams somewhere and can explain better.

Thank you for the info man! I wish I knew that before buying the adapters lol but feel free to post the wiring diagrams for future reference for anyone who comes across it!

 

[cutienoua]

I've seen these on amazon and some people claim the wires are reversed positive with negative.
I did not wanted to wait for shipping thus I reused the connector from the old tweeter. just a bit of soldering.

 

[Samaiken23]

I just installed Pioneer TS-900M 6x9s in the front. I need to order some speakers for the rear as well. I like them, and they are good for the price, but eventually I might experiment with better speakers.

This is the speaker installed in the front driver side.

 

[Samaiken23]

I've seen these on amazon and some people claim the wires are reversed positive with negative.
I did not wanted to wait for shipping thus I reused the connector from the old tweeter. just a bit of soldering.

That always works too! Better to DIY than wait🤣 I didn’t have time to even mess with them during the week so I just went ahead and ordered the adapters for the weekend. I did see the reviews but thankfully it was correct on the ones I got.

 

[DemonicZia]

How do those Pioneer's sound? How is the bass on them?

 

[dronesouth]

In the process of changing my whole system out. I finally went with the JL C2s. I had a couple different ones in that dash spot and nothing sounded as good to my ears as the JL.

 

[Maxellepower]

Nice. I did have to firmly seat the tweeter speaker into the slot because the clearance between the speaker and the protective mesh grill is very tight. I think adding a sub is the best upgrade for a stock setup. The front tweeters are the easiest to install. Here is what I went with.

• Dashboard Seakers. Tweeters: Rockford Fosgate P132 Punch 3.50" 2-Way Full Range Speaker (Pair)
  • https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001P86SP2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
• Tweeter wiring harness: RED WOLF aftermarket tweeter cable (Pair)
  • https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07RMZ4CR6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s02?ie=UTF8&th=1
• Front Door Speakers. 4-Way Full Range: Rockford Fosgate P1694 Punch 6"x9"
  • https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001P88TOA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
• Front Door Speaker Adapter. Metra 82-8149 6"x9" Speaker Adapter
  • https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IIC65NS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
• Rear Door Speakers. 3-Way Full-Range: Rockford Fosgate P1657 Punch 6.75"
  • https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0076SIIBM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
• Rear Door Speaker Adapter. Metra 82-8148 6"-3/4" Speaker Adapter
  • https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IIC63P8/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
• Front and Rear wiring harness. Red Wolf 2 Pair Car Door Speaker
  • https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07G8ZQJP2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  • not an exact fit for my speakers. I had to splay the female ends of the connectors
• Under seat Powered subwoofer. Kenwood KSC-PSW8 8"
  • https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BQSTMCB/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Miscellaneous

• Trim Panel Retainer. Rexka 20pcs Door Trim Panel Retainer Clips 90467-A0005
  • https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08R24FW6H/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
• Powered Sub install - its a bit of work but well worth it for the extra base
  • https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07XMJ5KTY/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  • https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003J6583Q/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  • https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07B5Y2ZJD/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1