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Pluto · 08-19-2021, 06:38 PM

I have the Boston acoustics speaker system. One day to the next my driver speaker emits no sound. A new speaker and amp did not fix it. Has anyone run into this problem? How was it fixed?

Edit: I’m realizing there’s no sound coming from the tweeter either.

InFiD3ViL · 08-19-2021, 10:21 PM

It could be a few things. The output from the head unit.

But my money is on the door harness. I am on my 3rd door harness, but due to window and door lock issues, not speaker problems. Mine was due to moisture issues in the door jamb connector (X500 connector). Some of the pins corroded and the main ground wire that runs through that harness broke.

You could pull your head unit and start running some continuity and voltage tests with a multimeter. Check at that speaker output, amp input/output, test the door harness, etc...

Ponchonutty · 08-20-2021, 12:30 AM

I run an aftermarket shop. I’ve had to replace countless speakers in GM vehicles. You could swap them side to side to see if the problem persists before buying parts

InFiD3ViL · 08-20-2021, 12:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ponchonutty

I run an aftermarket shop. I’ve had to replace countless speakers in GM vehicles. You could swap them side to side to see if the problem persists before buying parts

He already tried a speaker and an amp. That's why I figured a wiring issue.

Also because he said 'I’m realizing there’s no sound coming from the tweeter either.' The tweeter in the BA systems are just spliced off of the main front speaker wires.

AlanRubin · 08-20-2021, 02:44 AM

The tweeter in the non BA systems are also spliced off of the main front speaker wires.

It's either the radio, or the wires going into the door from the bulkhead connector.
Inside the rubber accordion part.

Pluto · 08-20-2021, 06:51 AM

Say I do need a radio, is there anything special to installing a new one? As far as programming goes?

RupertPupkin · 08-20-2021, 10:19 AM

I’ve had this issue for the past 4-5 years. It would turn on randomly and shut off. Hit a bump, it’ll turn on then off again. Turn the volume knob up, and same thing. I was going to put in new speakers, but I gave up on it. Music to the right, and then sound of my cam, exhaust, and BOV to the left.

Ponchonutty · 08-21-2021, 06:09 PM

Probably a corroded door connector. They tend to get water in there causing this issue. As far as radio swap, it’s a little involved compared to other vehicles but not too bad.

Pluto · 08-21-2021, 08:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ponchonutty

Probably a corroded door connector. They tend to get water in there causing this issue. As far as radio swap, it’s a little involved compared to other vehicles but not too bad.

Would the corrosion be obvious? I haven’t removed it from the door, but it looks dry and non corroded.

08-19-2021, 06:38 PM	#1
Pluto Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: South Texas Posts: 1,191 View My Garage	Issues with driver door speaker I have the Boston acoustics speaker system. One day to the next my driver speaker emits no sound. A new speaker and amp did not fix it. Has anyone run into this problem? How was it fixed? Edit: I’m realizing there’s no sound coming from the tweeter either. __________________ 2013 VR Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 Small, but effective mod list: Roto-Fab Intake, TSP 2" Long tubes, TSP catless mids, MSD spark plug wires, stock catback, Elite Catch Can, APEX washer relocation and scoop, VMAX throttle body, Diablo InTune-Tuned by Matt@FSP, and a JacFab license plate bracket. Last edited by Pluto; 08-19-2021 at 07:18 PM.

08-19-2021, 10:21 PM	#2
InFiD3ViL Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS LS3 Swapped A6 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Spring Hill, FL Posts: 4,576	It could be a few things. The output from the head unit. But my money is on the door harness. I am on my 3rd door harness, but due to window and door lock issues, not speaker problems. Mine was due to moisture issues in the door jamb connector (X500 connector). Some of the pins corroded and the main ground wire that runs through that harness broke. You could pull your head unit and start running some continuity and voltage tests with a multimeter. Check at that speaker output, amp input/output, test the door harness, etc... __________________ 2010 CGM Camaro 2SS LS3 Swapped A6 - GPI LS3 SS1 .647/.638, (224/237, 112 +4, 7º overlap) on CamMotion 8620 core, BTR Platinum .660" Dual Spring kit w/titanium retainers, CHE bronze trunnion upgrade, stock heads milled @ .015, Melling HV 10296 oil pump, TSP 1-7/8" long tube headers (W/Catless Off-road Pipes), Corsa Xtreme 3" Catback, GPI Ported/Rod Mod Intake, Stage 2 Ported Throttle Body, Vararam OTR CAI, Mike Norris Gen 2 catch can + GM 1LE clean side separator, 160º thermostat - Megan Racing adjustable coilovers (lowered 1.75"), MRR M017 10/11" wheels-Tuned by Ryan @ GPI

08-20-2021, 12:30 AM	#3
Ponchonutty Drives: 2012 SS L99 Converible Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: New Washington, Ohio Posts: 606	I run an aftermarket shop. I’ve had to replace countless speakers in GM vehicles. You could swap them side to side to see if the problem persists before buying parts __________________ 2012 L99 Convertible SS Tooley Racing Stage 2 DOD delete, 3,200 stall converter, Shorty headers and custom stainless exhaust, CAI, and tune as mods

08-20-2021, 06:51 AM	#6
Pluto Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: South Texas Posts: 1,191 View My Garage	Say I do need a radio, is there anything special to installing a new one? As far as programming goes? __________________ 2013 VR Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 Small, but effective mod list: Roto-Fab Intake, TSP 2" Long tubes, TSP catless mids, MSD spark plug wires, stock catback, Elite Catch Can, APEX washer relocation and scoop, VMAX throttle body, Diablo InTune-Tuned by Matt@FSP, and a JacFab license plate bracket.

08-20-2021, 10:19 AM	#7
RupertPupkin Drives: 2014 Camaro SS 1Le Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: IL Posts: 1,610	I’ve had this issue for the past 4-5 years. It would turn on randomly and shut off. Hit a bump, it’ll turn on then off again. Turn the volume knob up, and same thing. I was going to put in new speakers, but I gave up on it. Music to the right, and then sound of my cam, exhaust, and BOV to the left. __________________ 2014 SS 1LE Money Pit/ Forged 402 CAM 22X/24X, .619/.617, 113 LSA/ LS9 Heads FIC 1200cc/DSX Aux Pump//McLeod RXT Clutch 730whp: 630Trq

08-20-2021, 02:44 AM	#5
AlanRubin Banned Drives: 2010 LS Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Pgh Posts: 411	The tweeter in the non BA systems are also spliced off of the main front speaker wires. It's either the radio, or the wires going into the door from the bulkhead connector. Inside the rubber accordion part.

08-21-2021, 06:09 PM	#8
Ponchonutty Drives: 2012 SS L99 Converible Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: New Washington, Ohio Posts: 606	Probably a corroded door connector. They tend to get water in there causing this issue. As far as radio swap, it’s a little involved compared to other vehicles but not too bad. Attached Images __________________ 2012 L99 Convertible SS Tooley Racing Stage 2 DOD delete, 3,200 stall converter, Shorty headers and custom stainless exhaust, CAI, and tune as mods