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Introduction

This guide will walk you through replacing the driver if your JBL Grip speaker is not producing audio. Before starting, make sure the speaker is powered off and disconnected from any external cables. Handle all internal parts carefully to avoid damaging sensitive components.

What you need

Step 1 Case

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Slide the Jimmy along the seam to separate the case.
Caution: Do not bend or puncture membrane.

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Step 2

Unlatch the membrane from the rest of body.

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Step 3 Driver

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Remove the four 3mm screws securing the speaker cover with a Phillips #2 screwdriver. Pry the speaker assembly from the body with the plastic pry tool.
Pry the speaker assembly from the body with an opening tool.
Caution: Do not unplug the speaker cover, as doing so could damage the connected cables.

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Step 4

Use a soldering iron to remove the wires/cables connected to the speaker driver.
Caution: Do not touch the soldering with bare hands or fingers as to prevent burning yourself.