JL Audio SB-S-IMPRZA-10W6v2 User Manual

SB-S-IMPRZA/10W6v2

2002 - Up

Subaru Impreza Sedans

(will not fit sport wagons)

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INSTALLATION GUIDE

for the

SB-S-IMPRZA/10W6v2

2002 - Up

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.

We strongly recommend that you have your new Stealthbox® installed by your authorized 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 1 year 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

Subaru Impreza Sedans

(will not fit sport wagons)

before beginning the process.

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 the heavy carpet flooring from the trunk. Flip over the thin underlying carpeting, as shown in the picture at the right.

STEP 2

Locate and remove the round sticker that covers an exsisting factory hole. The sticker will be painted the same color as the exterior of the vehicle.

STEP 3

Enlarge this factory hole, using an Uni-bit® or 1/2-inch drill bit.

INSTALLATION DIFFICULTY:

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Note: Be for e dr i ll in g , ma ke su re t h at yo u ar e no t go in g to be drilling into any gas lines, brake lines, transmission lines, electrical wiring, transfer case (4x4 vehicles) or anyt hi ng e l se t h at m ig h t c au se a re d uc t i on i n you r weekly pay. Always wear eye protection when drilling!

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(1)

3/8-inch-16 x 2-1/4-inch Socket Cup Set Screw

(1)

3/8-inch -16 Hex Nut

(1)

3/8-inch USS Flat Washer

(1)

3/8-inch x 2-inch Fender Washer

(1)

3/8-inch Split Lock washer

Acoustic Suspension (sealed)

10W6v2-D4

2 ohms mono

400 Watts

6.5-inch / Front Doors*

*All speakers require spacers for installation

6.5-inch / Rear Deck*

TR, VR & XR650-CXi

*All speakers require spacers for installation

STEALTHBOX WALL

SILCONE SEALANT

FLAT WASHER

LOCK WASHER

HEX NUT

THREADED INSERT

VEHICLE SHEET METAL

FENDER WASHER

SOCKET CUP SET SCREW

STEP 4

Flip t he thin car pet back into place. Feel for the hole enlarged in STEP 3 and cut the thin carpe t at the hole.

Place t h e heav y car pet flooring back int o the trunk. Feel for the hole enlarged in STEP 3 and cut the flooring at the ho le.

STEP 5

Place the Stealthbox® into the trunk. Run speaker wire from the amplifier location to the Stealthbox® and attach to the terminal.

Check the woofer for proper operation.

Thread in the supplied socket cup set screw into the bottom of the Stealthbox®, leaving 1-1/2-inches exposed.

STEP 6

Carefully guide the socket cup set screw through the cuts made in the carpeting and the enlarged hole.

From under the vehicle, apply supplied fender washer, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut onto the exposed socket cup set screw and secure.

Note: For add ed p ro te c t io n it i s re co mm e nd ed t h at you appl y a be ad o f si li co ne b e t we e n t he ve hi c le a nd the fen de r w a sh e r. Aft e r th e b ol t a ss e mb l y is t i gh t ly secured, it is also recomme nded th at vehicle und ercoatin g m at e ri a l is a p pl ie d t o t he e x po se d a ss e mb l y.

CONGRATULATIONS

You have completed the installation for this model!

INCLUDED HARDWARE

(1)

3/8-inch-16 x 2-1/4-inch Socket Cup Set Screw

(1)

3/8-inch USS Flat Washer

(1)

3/8-inch x 2-inch Fender Washer

(1)

3/8-inch Split Lock washer

(1)

3/8-inch -16 Hex Nut

SPECIFICATIONS

Enclosure Type: Driver Type: Nominal Impedance: Continuous Power Handling:

Acoustic Suspension (sealed)

10W6 v2-D 4

2 ohms mono

400 Watts

POWER RECOMENDATION

JL Audio recommends using a high quality amplifier such as the JL Audio A1400. The diagram below shows the recommended crossover, infrasonic filter and equalizer settings for the A1400 when being used to power your Stealthbox®.

Input Voltage

Low | High

CH 1 (Left)

CH 2 (Right)

Pre-Outs

Power Protect

Bass Boost Controls

Remote Bass Port

Bass Boost

Input Sens. LP Filter

Filter Freq. (Hz)

100

200

The JL Audio A1400 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.

Front Speaker Size / Location:

6.5-inch / Front Doors*

Fits JL Audio Models: TR, VR & XR650-CXi, TR,VR,XR,ZR650-CSi *All speakers require spacers for installation

Rear Speaker Size / Location: Fits JL Audio Models:

*All speakers require spacers for installation

6.5-inch / Rear Deck*

TR, VR & XR650-CXi

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Please refer to the Power Recommendation section for an amplifier recommendation and basic set-up help.

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