
2006 - Up Dodge Ram Mega Cab Trucks
SB-D-MGACAB/10W6v2_INSTR_SKU# 011217
SB-D-MGACAB/10W6v2_INSTR_SKU# 011217
INSTALLATION GUIDE
for the
SB-D-MGACAB/10W6v2
2006 - Up Dodge Ram Mega Cab Trucks
Thank you for choosing a JL Audio Stealthbox® for your automotive sound system.
With proper installation, your new vehicle-specific enclosed subwoofer system
will deliver years of listening pleasure.
If you choose to perform the installation yourself, it is absolutely vital that
the Stealthbox
instructions. Failure to mount the enclosure properly presents two problems:
1) The sub-bass performance will suffer due to the movement of the enclosure
caused by the force exerted by the woofer(s).
2) A loose enclosure presents a serious safety hazard in the event of a collision
or sudden deceleration.
®
be properly mounted to the vehicle according to these
STEP 1
Remove all contents from the rear seating area and fold
down the rear seating.
Open the storage unit that is located between the rear seat
and the rear wall. In this storage unit there is three bolts.
Remove the passenger side bolt.
STEP 2
Remove the middle bolt.
INSTALLATION
DIFFICULTY:
OUT
OF
5
®
We strongly recommend that you have your new Stealthbox
JL Audio dealer. The installation professionals employed by your dealer have the necessary
tools and experience to disassemble and reassemble your vehicle properly. Also, keep
in mind that your warranty coverage extends to two years if your system is installed
or approved by your authorized JL Audio dealer. If you prefer to perform your own
installation, please read this installation guide completely before beginning the process.
installed by your authorized
STEP 3
Remove the driver’s side bolt.
Remove the storage unit out of the vehicle.
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SB-D-MGACAB/10W6v2_INSTR_SKU# 011217
SB-D-MGACAB/10W6v2_INSTR_SKU# 011217
9-1/4-inches
31-3/4-inches
4-inches
STEP 4
Remove the driver’s and passenger’s side folding
floor extensions.
STEP 5
As in the picture, measure for the exact placement of the
wax square.
Remove the paper backing from one of the supplied wax
squares. Apply the wax square onto the flooring behind the
rear seating on the driver's side.
STEP 6
The 31-3/4" measurement is starting from the middle of the
first wax square to the left, as seen in STEP5&6.
STEP 8
Position the enclosure and press firmly down. This is to leave
an impression onto the wax squares.
STEP 9
Place the Stealthbox® upside down on the folded rear seats.
Back out both socket cup set screws to expose 1-1/5".
With an 1/2" drill bit and drill. Drill through the f loor at the
wax squares, using the impressions of the socket cup set
screw a s a guide.
Once both holes have been drilled, remove both
wax sqaures.
STEP 10
Place the Stealthbox® into place. Carefully guiding the socket
cup set screws through the drilled holes.
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9-1/4-inches
31-3/4-inches
Remove the paper backing from the second supplied wax
square. Apply this second wax square 31-3/4" to the left of
the first wax square.
STEP 7
Thread in the two supplied socket cup set screws to the
bottom of the Stealthbox®. Leaving about 1/4" exposed.
STEALTHBOX WALL
SILCONE SEALANT
FLAT WASHER
LOCK WASHER
HEX NUT
THREADED INSERT
VEHICLE SHEET METAL
FENDER WASHER
SOCKET CUP SET SCREW
Run speaker wire from the amplifier location to the enclosure
and attach to the terminal.
Check the woofers for proper operation.
STEP 11
From under the vehicle, place the supplied fender washer s,
flat washers, lock washers and then hex nuts onto each
protruding socket cup set screw and secure. Adjust the
amount of exposed thread on each cup set screw if
necessary.
Note: For added protection, it is recommended that
you apply a bead of silicone between the vehicle and
the fender washer. After the bolt assembly is tightly
secured, it is also recommended that vehicle undercoating material is applied to the exposed assembly.
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SB-D-MGACAB/10W6v2_INSTR_SKU# 011217
SB-D-MGACAB/10W6v2_INSTR_SKU# 011217
3/8-inch - 16 x 2-1/2-inch Socket Cup Screw
3/8-inch x 2-inch Fender Washer
3/8-inch Split Lock Washer
Acoustic Suspension (sealed)
TR525-CXi, VR525-CXi & XR525-CXi
3-inches
1-1/2-inches
If the folding floor extensions are to be retained, they will
need to be permanently modified, follow STEPS 12-14.
If they are not to be retained,
CONGRATULATIONS
You have completed the installation for this model!
STEP 12
The driver's side folding f loor extension will need to be cut
across the entire rear section. As in the picture, use the metal
framing as a cutting guide.
STEP 13
The passenger’s side folding floor extension will only need to
be cut on the rear corner, driver’s side.
STEP 14
Use scissors to clean up the carpet’s edge.
Mount the folding floor extensions.
INCLUDED HARDWARE
(2)
3/8-inch - 16 x 2-1/2-inch Socket Cup Screw
(2)
3/8-inch x 2-inch Fender Washer
(2)
3/8-inch USS Flat Washer
(2)
3/8-inch Split Lock Washer
(2)
3/8-inch Hex Nut
SPECIFICATIONS
Enclosure Type:
Driver Type: Two
Nominal Impedance:
Continuous Power Handling:
Acoustic Suspension (sealed)
10W6 v2-D 4
4 ohms mono
800 Watts
POWER RECOMMENDATION
JL Audio recommends using a high quality amplifier such as the JL Audio 1000/1.
The diagram below shows the recommended crossover, infrasonic filter and equalizer settings for the 1000/1 when
being used to power your Stealthbox®.
+12VDC RemoteGround
JL AUDIO 1000/1
monoblock subwoofer amplifier
Preamp Output Section
Output Mode
Full Range / Amp Filter / Out Filter
Left Ch. Right Ch.
Filter Slope
12dB / 24dB
556585
45
40
Filter Freq. (Hz)
Amplifier Input Section
85 0
Amp LP Filter
Input Voltage Input Sens.
Mode / Slope
+10
+4
+13
70
+15
Advanced
Bass
Control
Off / 12dB / 24dB
556585
45
40
Filter Freq. (Hz)
Low / High
120
200
Right Ch.
Left Ch.
Infrasonic Filter
"Q" Center Freq. Boost (dB)
1.6
1.1
2.7
354555
0.7
25
Off / On
0.5
253040
18
15
Infrasonic Freq. (Hz)
4.3 20
Bass EQ
50
60
Off / On
Remote Bass Port
Filter Mode
120
LP / HP
200
Output Polaity
Normal / Reversed
Subwoofer Output
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+
+
MONO OUTPUT ONLY
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The JL Audio 1000/1 is a very versatile audio component. Please consult the owner’s manual for even more
detailed information about installing and tuning this amplifier.
MID/HIGH FREQUENCY DRIVER FITMENT
A variety of JL Audio coaxial and component systems will fit in the factory speaker locations of you vehicle.
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CONGRATULATIONS
You have completed the installation for this model!
Please refer to the Power Recommendation section for an
amplifier recommendation and basic set-up help.
Front Speaker Size / Location:
Fits JL Audio Models:
Rear Speaker Size / Location:
Fits JL Audio Models:
All specifications are subject to change without notice. “JL Audio®” and the JL Audio logo, “Stealthbox” and the Stealthbox logo are registered
trademarks of JL Audio, Inc. “Ahead of the Curve” and its respective logo is a trademark of JL Audio, Inc.
JLA-SKU#011217-9-52006 • Printed in USA • ©2005 JL Audio, Inc. • U.S. PATENTS: #5,734,734 #5,949,898 #6,118,884 #6,229,902 #6,243,479
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For more detailed information please visit us online at www.jlaudio.com.
10369 NORTH COMMERCE PARKWAY • MIRAMAR, FLORIDA • 33025 • USA
6 x 9 / Front Doors
N/A
5.25-inch / Rear Door
TR525-CXi, VR525-CXi & XR525-CXi
(954) 443-1100
www.jlaudio.com