JL Audio Stealthbox SB-VW-JETNCS/10W1v3 User manual

INSTALLATION GUIDE
for the
SB-VW-JETNCS/10W1v3
SKU# 94533
2011-2018 Volkswagen Jetta
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 2 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.
If you choose to perform the installation yourself, it is absolutely vital that
the Stealthbox®be properly mounted to the vehicle according to these
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.
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INSTALLATION
DIFFICULTY:
25
OUT
OF
ESTIMATED TIME:
1.5 HOUR
STEP 3
Remove the clip holding the trunk liner to the rear deck.
STEP 2
Remove the two clips holding the rear of the trunk liner in
place.
STEP 1
Empty out the trunk of the car so that you have a clean area
to work in.

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STEP 7
Pull the trunk liner away from the side of the trunk as shown.
STEP 11
Push the trunk liner back in place to mark the location of the
3/8 - 16 x 2-14” Set Screw. Cut an “X” into the trunk liner to
allow the screw to pass through as shown.
STEP 6
Remove the clip that holds the trunk liner to the back of the
trunk.
STEP 10
Thread a 3/8 - 16 x 2-1/4” Set Screw into the U-Nut as shown.
STEP 5
Carefully unclip and remove the trunk sill panel.
STEP 9
Slide a U-Nut over the factory hole in the wheel well as
shown.
STEP 4
Remove the trunk floor panel.
STEP 8
Pictured is the hardware included with this Stealthbox®.
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STEP 15
Secure the Bracket with a pair of 1/4 - 20 x 1” Bolts through
the holes drilled in the previous step.
STEP 19
Thread a 3/8 - 16 x 2-1/4” Set Screw into the U-Nut as shown.
STEP 14
Using a 1/4” drill bit, drill the two mounting holes as indicated
on the Template Sticker.
Before drilling, always make sure that you are not
going to be drilling into any gas lines, brake lines,
tires, transmission lines, electrical wiring, exhaust
systems or anything else that might cause a reduction
in your weekly pay.
Always wear eye protection when drilling!
STEP 18
Slide a U-Nut over the hole in the Bracket as shown.
STEP 13
Align the Template Sticker over the two holes, and affix the
sticker.
STEP 17
Thread a 1/4 - 20 KEPS Nut onto the back of the lower 1/4 -
20 x 1” Bolt and firmly tighten. Remove the shop rag from
the cavity.
STEP 12
Locate the two holes at the rear of the trunk near the taillight.
STEP 16
Thread a 1/4 - 20 KEPS Nut onto the back of the upper 1/4
- 20 x 1” Bolt and firmly tighten. We recommend stuffing
a shop rag down the cavity to prevent losing the nut if
dropped.

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CONGRATULATIONS!
You have completed the installation for this model!
Enjoy your new Stealthbox®!
Please refer to the Power Recommendation section for
an amplifier recommendation and basic set-up help.
STEP 22
Thread a 3/8” Fender Washer, a 3/8” Split Lock Washer, and a
3/8”Hex Nut over each of the 3/8 - 16 x 2-1/4” Set Screws, and
firmly tighten. Reinstall the woofer. Reinstall the trunk sill
panel and floor panel.
STEP 21
Reinstall the clips that hold the trunk liner in place. Remove
the subwoofer from the Stealthbox®. Attach speaker cable
to the Stealthbox®, and place the enclosure into position,
allowing both 3/8 - 16 x 2-1/4” Set Screws to pass through the
holes in the enclosure.
STEP 20
Push the trunk liner back in place to mark the location of the
3/8 - 16 x 2-1/4” Set Screw. Cut an “X” into the trunk liner to
allow the screw to pass through as shown.
INCLUDED HARDWARE
(1) Template Sticker (2) 3/8 - 16 x 2-1/4” Set Screw (2) 3/8” Hex Nut
(1) Bracket (2) 3/8” Fender Washer (2) 1/4 - 20 x 1” Bolt
(2) U-Nut (2) 3/8” Split Lock Washer (2) 1/4 -20 KEPS Nut
SPECIFICATIONS
Enclosure Type: Acoustic Suspension (sealed)
Driver Type: 10W1v3-2
Nominal Impedance: 2 ohm
Continuous Power Handling: 300 watt
POWER RECOMMENDATION
JL Audio recommends high quality ampliers such as the JL Audio XD300/1v2. The diagram below shows the
recommended crossover settings for the XD300/1v2. If another amplier is being used, please reference this
illustration and use similar settings on that amplier.
All JL Audio ampliers are very versatile audio components. Please consult the owner’s manual for even more
detailed information about installing and tuning your amplier.
CONNECTIONS
Using quality power, signal and speaker wire is essential in ensuring the performance of your Stealthbox®.
JL Audio recommends using a 4 AWG power kit such as the XD-PCS8-1B for your Stealthbox® amplier. Other
kits are available should you be using more than one amplier. Signal wire such as the JL Audio Premium
Audio Interconnect Cables should be used that will provide signal for both channels of the amplier. JL Audio
recommends using 12AWG speaker wire for subwoofers such as our XC-BCS12-25.
MID/HIGH FREQUENCY DRIVER FITMENT
A variety of JL Audio coaxial and component systems will t in the factory speaker locations of you vehicle.
Front Speaker Size / Location: 6-1/2”- Front Doors
Fits JL Audio Models: C1-650, C1-650x, C2-650, C2-650x, C3-650, C5-650, C5-650x, & C7-650cw
Rear Speaker Size / Location: 6-1/2”- Rear Door
Fits JL Audio Models: C1-650, C1-650x, C2-650, C2-650x, C3-650, C5-650, C5-650x, & C7-650cw
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# 011332 10.01.2019 • Printed in USA • ©2019 JL Audio, Inc.
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