INSTALLING THE WOOFERS IN
FACTORY LOCATIONS:
If you will be using the factory speaker wires, it may be necessary to change the terminations. This may be accomplished by using an adaptor plug or simply by cutting the factory connector off and using the supplied crimp connectors to terminate the speaker wires.The large connector is for the positive terminal and the small connector is for the negative terminal of each woofer. Make sure that you observe correct polarity in your connections. If you are unsure about any of these issues, contact your JL AUDIO dealer for installation assistance.
Your new speakers have been designed to install, without modifications, into most vehicles that accept a
It is absolutely vital that the speaker frame fits into the mounting hole cleanly. This must be checked prior to tightening the screws. Do not force the frame into a hole that is too small! Do not tighten the speaker onto an uneven surface! This will damage your speakers. The speaker should also
fit so that no air leaks around the mounting flange. Air leaks will cause a severe degradation in sound quality. Seal any air leaks with silicone, rope caulk or similar sealant material.
Install as shown in the diagram here. Use the supplied mounting clips unless the factory holes already feature threaded inserts.
INSTALLING THE WOOFERS IN
CUSTOM LOCATIONS:
Run speaker wire to the desired mounting location. If you are running wires into a door, use existing factory wiring boots whenever possible. If you are drilling new holes, file their edges and install rubber grommets into each hole. Then, cover the wires with a protective PVC sleeve and run them through the door jamb. Make sure that the wires will clear door hinges and other structures in the door. If you are unsure about any part of this process, please contact your JL AUDIO dealer for installation help.
Double check the clearance for both speakers before proceeding.
Use the supplied template on the top of the product packaging to mark the desired mounting location. Mark the center and the outline of the mounting hole as well as the mounting screw positions. Before drilling or cutting, use a utility knife to cut any fabric, vinyl or leather from hole locations. These materials can easily be snagged by a drill or a saw, causing damage to the panel and possible bodily injury.
Drill four 1/8" (3 mm) holes for the speaker’s mounting screws at the positions you have marked. Also drill a pilot hole in the center of the speaker mounting hole at this time. Then, using a saber saw, hole saw or nibbler, make the circular cut out for the speaker. File any rough edges.
Insert the mounting clips with the flat side towards the speaker as shown in the diagram.
It is absolutely vital that the speaker frame fits into the mounting hole cleanly. This must be checked prior to tightening the screws. Do not force the frame into a hole that is too small! Do not tighten the speaker onto an uneven surface! This will damage your speakers. The speaker should also fit so that no air leaks around the mounting flange. Air leaks will cause a severe degradation in sound quality. Seal any air leaks with silicone, rope caulk or similar sealant material.
Connect the speaker wires, observing correct polarity, and install the speaker and grille tray as shown.
Break off small pieces of the supplied butyl adhesive putty and place them on the inside of each grille tray. This adhesive will hold the grille in place firmly and prevent rattling. Then insert the metal grille into the grille tray, squeezing gently around its edge until it seats firmly into the tray.
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