2024+ Tacoma Alpine 6 or 8 Speaker Installation Guide

2024+ Tacoma Alpine 6 or 8 Speaker Installation Guide

Welcome to the installation guide for your 2024+ Tacoma Alpine Plug & Play 6 or 8 Speaker bundle from Trail Grid Pro! This step-by-step guide is designed to make the installation process as smooth as possible, whether you're a seasoned DIYer or tackling your first head unit upgrade.

In this guide, you’ll find:

  • 📢 Important Updates: The written guide includes the latest updates and adjustments that may not be shown in the video, ensuring you have the most up-to-date instructions for a flawless installation.
  • 🎥 Installation Videos: Visual instructions to help you through the process, including a detailed microphone install.
  • 🛠️ Parts Included and Tools Needed: A quick list of everything you'll need to get started.
  • 📝Step-by-Step Instructions: Clear, easy-to-follow directions from disassembling your dash to installing your new Kicker Amplifier.
  • ⚠️ Special Notes: Important information and considerations for your installation.
  • 🛠️ Common Troubleshooting Solutions: Quick and effective fixes for common installation and performance issues.

Table of Contents

🎥Installation Video

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🛠️Parts Included:

  • Alpine S2-S69C Component Speakers
  • Alpine S2-S65 Coaxial Speakers
  • Alpine S-S10TW Tweeters (8 Speaker Kit Only)
  • Trail Grid Pro Expanded PVC Speaker Brackets
  • Speaker Wire Adapters
  • Speaker Bracket Mounting Hardware

🛠️Tools Needed:

  • Panel removal tool
  • 10mm socket
  • Ratchet wrench
  • Phillips head screwdriver

Step 1: Remove Front Door Panel

  • Pry off the door trim panel using a panel tool, pushing gently toward the front. Remove (2) phillips head screws.
  • Remove the door handle trim using a panel tool. Remove (1) phillips head screw.
  • Pry out the window switch, unplug connectors, and remove (1) phillips head screw.
  • Use a panel tool to pop all retaining clips along the bottom edge of the door.
  • Disconnect the door light.
  • Lift the panel up and off the door.
  • Disconnect remaining connectors, then remove door handle and lock cables.

Step 2: Replace Front Door Speakers

  • Remove the four 10 mm bolts holding the factory speaker.
  • Unplug the wiring harness.
  • Mount the provided adapter bracket using the provided mounting screws.
  • Connect the included front door wiring harness to the speaker and route it through the pass-through.
  • Secure the speaker using the provided black phillips screws.
  • Plug the adapter into the factory speaker plug.

Step 3: Reassemble Front Door Panel

  • Reconnect all wiring, door handle, and lock cables (white cable on top), switches, and lights.
  • Hook the panel into the window channel and press around the edges to snap clips back in.
  • Reinstall all screws and trim pieces.

🔁 Repeat for the other front door.

Step 4: Remove Rear Door Panel

  • Use a panel tool to remove the trim panel and (2) phillips head screws.
  • Remove the door handle trim and (1) phillips head screw.
  • Pry out the window switch, unplug, and set aside.
  • Pop all retaining clips loose and lift the panel off.
  • Disconnect the door light.
  • Disconnect connectors and remove the door handle and lock cables.

Step 5: Replace Rear Door Speakers

  • Remove the three 10 mm bolts holding the factory speaker.
  • Disconnect the factory wiring harness.
  • Mount the provided adapter bracket using the provided mounting screws.
  • Use the included rear door wiring harness to connect the new speaker and route wiring properly.
  • Secure speaker with provided black phillips head screws and connect adapter to factory plug.

Step 6: Reassemble Rear Door Panel

  • Reconnect all connectors and cables (white door cable on top).
  • Slide the top of the panel into the window channel.
  • Press around the edges to snap in clips.
  • Reinstall all screws and trim caps.
  • Plug in the window switch and snap it and the handle trim back into place.

🔁 Repeat for the other rear door.

Step 7: Replace Dash Speakers

  • Use a panel tool to pry up both dash speaker grilles and set them aside.
  • Remove each factory speaker using a 10mm socket or open-ended wrench.
  • Unplug the factory speaker connectors and remove the OEM speakers.
  • Mount new speakers to the provided dash brackets using M4 bolts and nuts.
  • Connect the speaker wiring adapter to the speaker.
  • Connect the speaker wiring adapter to the factory speaker connection. 
  • Secure with factory screws and reinstall the grilles by pressing until they snap into place.

Step 8: Remove A-Pillar Trim (JBL-Equipped Only)

  • Use a trim tool to remove the (2) plastic covers on the A-pillar panel.
  • Remove the (2) 10 mm bolts.
  • Gently pull the trim from the base to release the clips.
  • If present, disconnect the airbag tether or clip.
    ⚠️ Caution: Tweeter wire harness is short—unplug before fully removing trim.
  • Set the panel aside safely.

Step 9: Replace A-Pillar Tweeters

  • Locate and gently remove the OEM tweeter by pulling back on the securing tabs.
  • Install the labeled A-Pillar 3D-printed tweeter mounts.
    • Route wires through the mount and connect to the prewired crossover.
  • Secure the assembly in the factory tweeter location.
    ⚠️ Important: Ensure the tweeter does not interfere with airbag curtain deployment.
  • Connect tweeter wires using the harness adapter and secure any excess wiring.

Step 10: Reinstall A-Pillar Trim

  • Reconnect the airbag tether or clip.
  • Align the trim and firmly press it back into place.
  • Reinstall the (2) 10 mm bolts and snap in the plastic covers.
  • Reinstall the side dash panel.

🔁 Repeat for the other side.

Congratulations on installing your new Alpine 6 or 8 Speaker Plug & Play Bundle!

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