P 80.2 (serv.man2) - JBL Car Audio User Guide / Operation Manual. Page 2

• Before drilling or cutting holes,

use a utility knife to remove
unwanted fabric or vinyl to keep
material from snagging in a drill
bit.

• When routing cables, keep input-

signal cables away from power
cables and speaker wires. 

• When making connections, make 

certain they are secure and proper-
ly insulated.

• If the amplifier’s fuse must be

replaced, use only the same type
and rating as that of the original.
Do not substitute another kind.

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your particular vehicle. If you feel
you lack the necessary tools or
experience, ask your authorized JBL
car-audio dealer about professional
installation options.

• Always wear protective eyewear

when using tools.

• Turn off all audio systems and

other electrical devices before you
start. Disconnect the (–) negative
lead from your vehicle’s battery.

• Check clearances on both sides of

a planned mounting surface before
drilling any holes or installing any
screws. Remember that the screws
can extend behind the surface.

• At the installation sites, locate and

make a note of all fuel lines,
hydraulic brake lines, vacuum lines
and electrical wiring. Use extreme
caution when cutting or drilling in
and around these areas.

for purchasing a JBL

Power Series™ amplifier. In order
that we may better serve you should
you require warranty service for
your new amplifier, please retain
your original purchase receipt and
return the enclosed warranty regis-
tration card.
Warning: Playing loud music in an
automobile can permanently dam-
age your hearing as well as hinder
your ability to hear traffic. We rec-
ommend listening at low levels
while driving your car. JBL accepts
no liability for hearing loss, bodily
injury or property damage resulting
from use or misuse of this product. 
Important: Installation of automo-
tive stereo components can require
extensive experience in performing
a variety of mechanical and electri-
cal procedures. Although these
instructions explain, in a general
sense, how to install Power Series
amplifiers, they may not show 
the exact installation methods for

Amplifiers need air to stay cool.
Suitable locations are under a seat
(provided the amplifier doesn’t
interfere with the seat adjustment
mechanism), in the trunk or in any
other location which provides
enough air for the amp to cool itself.
Do not mount the amplifier with the
heat sink facing downward, as this
makes convection cooling of the
amplifier impossible.
Mount the amplifier so that it is not
damaged by the feet of back-seat
passengers or shifting cargo in the
trunk. Mount the amplifier so that it
remains dry – never mount an
amplifier outside the car or in the
engine compartment. 
Using the amplifier as a template,
mark the location of the mounting
holes on the mounting surface, drill
pilot holes, and attach the amplifier
to the mounting surface with
screws. Make sure the amplifier is
mounted securely.