Kicker Speaker Bundle Installation Guide '18-'23 JL Wrangler/ '20-'23 JT Gladiator
Please follow these installation tips when you're ready to install your new Kicker Bundle into your 2018-2023 Jeep JL Wrangler/ 2020-2023 Jeep JT Gladiator.
Installation guide applies to all Kicker speakers.
NOTE- See below for Standard pods installation and explanation. Standard (non-factory amplified), Premium (factory amplified)
These tips are intended to be used in conjunction with our full installation video below:
Dash Speakers and Sound Bar Pods:
Knee Speakers only:
'18-'23 JL Wrangler/ '20-'23 JT Gladiator
STANDARD (non factory amplified)- ALL Jeeps '18- current JL's and JT's have 4 speakers in the sound bar (2 on each side). If you have the Standard pods (Jeeps without the Premium Alpine system with the amplifier and subwoofer in the rear), you will have 1 single coax speaker in your pod. You will remove BOTH speakers from each side of the sound bar. You will connect the new coax speaker pod to the 1 large matching connector and you will tuck the smaller un-used connector into the sound bar. It's recommended to wrap some tape around the plastic connector to avoid rattling.
1. Dash Tweeters-
- Remove and install per the video.
- Will come with the cross over and connector soldered on.
- Use existing factory screws.
2. Knee Panels-
- Remove and install per the video- Separate video available for the knee panel speakers. Give yourself plenty of time for this install and we recommend laying the pieces out on a table to avoid misplacing anything.
- Use provided self-tapping screws to mount brackets. The provided trim piece will mount to the speaker pod first, then the speaker will screw to the pod over the bracket piece.
- Note- If installing the 6.5" pods, you will need to completely remove both pods and install the new pods. Each pod includes the require connector attached to the pod for an easy installation.
3. Soundbar-
- Remove and install per the video.
- Both Premium and Standard will require the same installation, however due to the power output in the Jeep, only the Premium systems will include the separate 1" tweeter in the Pod.
- Remove OEM port tube prior to Pod installation for best sound quality.
- Same as above, however speakers are labeled “Soundbar”.