How to Install Car Subwoofer Speakers

There is hardly anything worse than climbing into a nice-looking vehicle, only to find out that the audio system sounds terrible. A subwoofer and good speakers can greatly enhance the available audio quality in your vehicle, thereby increasing the overall value of your vehicle. Installing new sound system features is a great way to invest in your vehicle.

Things You'll Need

• Compatible subwoofer and speakers Amplifier with enough amperage for subwoofer Bolts and zip-ties Standard power and audio wiring Soldering iron Copper solder

Instructions

1. Choose a subwoofer and speakers that are compatible with your stereo system, and that will put out high enough quality sound for your needs. Also, choose an audio amplifier that will put out enough amperage for the subwoofer that you choose.

2. Begin by placing the speakers in their slots. Secure them using bolts or by using zip-ties. Just be sure that the speakers are held tightly in their designed location.

3. Run standard audio wiring behind the dash and through the doors from your stereo system to the speakers. Keep the wiring bundled and organized to prevent shorts from forming. Twist and solder the connection and wire the ends.

4. Turn on your stereo and test the speakers to make sure that they are working.

5. Place the amplifier under a seat, in the glove box or in some other enclosed location. Secure it tightly with screws or zip-ties.

6. Mount the subwoofer in the trunk of the car.

7. Run audio and power wiring from the stereo to the amplifier. Then, twist and solder the wire ends.

8. Run audio wiring from the amplifier to the subwoofer. Again, twist and solder the ends.

Tips & Warnings

• Always keep wiring as tight and tidy as possible.

• Be sure to use caution when working around live electrical ends.