Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles

Door Speaker Replacement

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Part: Speaker

See other generations:
Video tutorial

Remove the screws on the door handle using a Torx wrench. Take off the armrest by removing the screws located at the bottom.

Unscrew all the screws around the panel to access additional mounting screws. Unscrew the screws securing the pillar cover and remove it. Some screws are hidden under plastic caps that need to be removed using a plastic tool to avoid damaging the panel.

Pull the panel to release all the plastic clips. Carefully pull the panel upward to disengage other clips.

Disconnect the speaker wires and other connectors. You now have access to the internal components.

Replace the speakers by removing the three retaining screws on the baskets.


Updated on 3 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E92, E90, E91) To remove the door panel, first obtain a plastic trim tool to detach the window switch panel and the molding covering the central section of the pane…
BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46) To remove the front door panel, start by removing the protective cap from one of the mounting screws inside the handle opening and unscrew the screw …
BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E92, E90, E91) First, remove the horizontal trim secured in the panel using a suitable tool. Once removed, locate the 4 screws and unscrew them. Now proceed to remo…

How to Replace the Glow Plugs in the Fiat Ducato 2.3 Multijet?

Glow plugs, as the name suggests, raise the temperature of the engine in diesel vehicles to allow for easier starting. The manufacturer, in this case, Fiat for the Ducato 2.3 Multijet, specifies how often they should be replaced, and a warning light will illuminate when it's time. This work is carried out under the bonnet. First, remove the upper engine cover, then lift the coil and, using a socket wrench of the appropriate size, unscrew the glow plug to remove it from the base, followed by installing the new one.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos