Rockford Fosgate RFX3-FWEP Installation & Operation Manual

CAN-AM® MAVERICK X3

FRONT SUBWOOFER

ENCLOSURE (PASSENGER)

600 South Rockford Drive • Tempe, Arizona 85281

Printed In China

092517

1230-62431-01-A

Installation & Operation

RFX3-FWEP

www.rockfordfosgate.com/rech

Installation assistance available at:

United States

ROCKFORDFOSGATE.COM

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Introduction

Dear Customer,
Congratulations on your purchase of the world’s finest brand of

audio products. At Rockford Fosgate we are fanatics about musical
reproduction at its best, and we are pleased you chose our product.
Through years of engineering expertise, hand crasmanship and critical
testing procedures, we have created a wide range of products that
reproduce music with all the clarity and richness you deserve.

For maximum performance we recommend you have your new
Rockford Fosgate product installed by an Authorized Rockford Fosgate
Dealer, as we provide specialized training through Rockford Technical
Training Institute (RTTI). Please read your warranty and retain your
receipt and original carton for possible future use.

Great product and competent installations are only a piece of the puzzle
when it comes to your system. Make sure that your installer is using
100% authentic installation accessories from Rockford Fosgate in your
installation. Rockford Fosgate has everything from RCA cables and
speaker wire to power wire and battery connectors. Insist on it! Aer all,
your new system deserves nothing but the best.

To add the finishing touch to your new Rockford Fosgate image order
your Rockford accessories, which include everything from T-shirts to
hats.

Visit our web site for the latest information on all Rockford products;

www.rockfordfosgate.com

or, in the U.S. call 1-800-669-9899 or FAX [phone]. For all other
countries, call +001-480-967-3565 or FAX [phone].

Table of Contents

2 Introduction

3 Installation

4 Warranty

If, aer reading your manual, you still have questions regarding this
product, we recommend that you see your Rockford Fosgate dealer.
If you need further assistance, you can call us direct at 1-800-669-

9899. Be sure to have your serial number, model number and date of
purchase available when you call.

PRACTICE SAFE SOUND

Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100dB
may cause permanent hearing loss. High powered auto
sound systems may produce sound pressure levels well

over 130dB. Use common sense and practice safe sound.

Safety

This symbol with “WARNING” is intended to
alert the user to the presence of important
instructions. Failure to heed the instructions
will result in severe injury or death.

This symbol with “CAUTION” is intended to
alert the user to the presence of important
instructions. Failure to heed the instructions
can result in injury or unit damage.

• To prevent injury and damage to the unit, please read and
follow the instructions in this manual. We want you to enjoy
this system, not get a headache.

• If you feel unsure about installing this system yourself, have
it installed by a qualified Rockford Fosgate technician.

• Before installation, disconnect the battery negative (-)
terminal to prevent damage to the unit, fire and/or possible
injury.

Contents

• (1) Front Subwoofer Enclosure

• (1) Wire Harness

• (1) Amplifier Bracket

• Mounting Hardware

• Plastic Wire Tie Wraps

Installation Tools

The following is a list of suggested tools needed for installation:

• T-40 Torx Driver

• Wire Cutters

• Ratchet

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trademarks of Rockford Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective
owners. Specifications subject to change without notice.

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• Misc. Sockets

• Panel Tool

Installation Considerations

This section focuses on some considerations for installing your Can-Am
Maverick X3 subwoofer kit. This subwoofer enclosure is designed to
work in conjunction with Rockford’s other X3 specific audio kits and
parts.

If you feel unsure about installing this system yourself, have it installed
by a qualified technician.

When drilling holes, make sure what is on the other side. Be sure that
any electrical, fuel lines or any other important components are free
and clear from the area.

Before installation, disconnect the battery
negative (-) terminal to prevent damage to
the unit, fire and/or possible injury.

Before beginning any installation, follow
these simple rules:

Be sure to carefully read and understand the
instructions before attempting to install this
wiring kit.

• Consult your UTV’s service manual for model specific information.
Models may dier from year to year depending on factory options
and aermarket accessories added.

• This subwoofer kit is specifically designed to work with Rockford
Fosgate’s RM series of subwoofers.

• With the addition of an amplifier or source unit, be sure that your
current charging system is in proper working order.

• Visit rockfordfosgate.com for more comprehensive product
information.

• Visit our YouTube channel for comprehensive installation videos
demonstrating complete installation guides and install tips.

Installation

Brake Line

Step 4. Place the subwoofer enclosure into the vehicle.

Step 5. Route the brake line above the enclosure and reattach the

brake line bracket to the vehicle.

Step 6. Secure the enclosure with supplied hardware.

Applicable Models:

Can-Am Maverick X3 (2 & 4 seat models)

This front subwoofer enclosure is designed to work with Rockford
Fosgate’s RFX3-K4 / RFX3-K8 amplifier wiring kits. The enclosure is
installed in both 2-seat and 4-seat models on the passenger side of the
vehicle underneath the front seat.

Step 1. Remove the passenger side seat.

Step 2. Remove the panel below the shier to give you access to route

the subwoofer enclosure harness.

NOTE: Routing harness will be done aer enclosure is mounted.

Step 3. Remove the bracket that holds the brake line to the chassis.

Step 7. Drill (4) holes through the bottom skid plate. Secure with

supplied hardware.

Step 8. Load the subwoofer into the enclosure using the supplied

screws that came with the woofer. The subwoofer protective
grille will be installed.

NOTE: Be sure to maintain proper polarity and impedance rating for
the amplifier being used for this installation. When using a RM110D2B
subwoofer, be sure use the supplied Red wire to wire the subwoofer in
series to achieve a 4 ohm load.

Step 9. Connect the subwoofer harness to enclosure and route the

wire harness through the center console and up the dash.

NOTE: Be sure to use supplied plastic wire ties to secure harness.

Step 10. Connect to radio harness.

Step 11. Power up the system and verify all functions. Once done, the

vehicle can be reassembled in reverse order.

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Warranty

Rockford Corporation oers a limited warranty on Rockford Fosgate products on the following terms:

Length of Warranty

POWER Amplifiers – 2 Years
BMW® Direct Fit Speakers – 2 Years
PUNCH® & PRIME® Amplifiers – 1 Year
Speakers, Signal Processors, Accessories and Capacitors – 1 Year
All marine, motorcycle, motorsport products - 2 Years
Any Factory Refurbished Product – 90 Days (receipt required)

What is Covered

This warranty applies only to Rockford Fosgate products sold to consumers by authorized Rockford Fosgate dealers in the United States of America.
Products purchased by consumers from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer in another country are covered only by that country’s Distributor and
not by Rockford Corporation.

Who is Covered

This warranty covers only the original purchaser of Rockford product purchased from an authorized Rockford Fosgate dealer in the United States. In
order to receive service, the purchaser must provide Rockford with a copy of the receipt stating the customer name, dealer name, product purchased
and date of purchase.

Products found to be defective during the warranty period will be repaired or replaced (with a product deemed to be equivalent) at Rockford’s
discretion.

What is Not Covered

1. Damage caused by accident, abuse, improper installation, operations, the, water (on non-Element Ready products).

2. Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product.

3. Service performed by anyone other than Rockford or an authorized Rockford Fosgate service center.

4. Any product which has had the serial number defaced, altered, or removed.

5. Subsequent damage to other components.

6. Any product purchased outside the U.S.

7. Any product not purchased from an authorized Rockford Fosgate dealer. Refer to rockfordfosgate.com dealer locator for more detail.

Limit on Implied Warranties

Any implied warranties including warranties of fitness for use and merchantability are limited in duration to the period of the express warranty set
forth above. Some states do not allow limitations on the length of an implied warranty, so this limitation may not apply. No person is authorized to
assume for Rockford Fosgate any other liability in connection with the sale of the product.

How to Obtain Service

Please call 1-800-669-9899 for Rockford Customer Service. You must obtain an RA# (Return Authorization number) to return any product to Rockford
Fosgate. You are responsible for shipment of product to Rockford.

EU Warranty

This product meets the current EU warranty requirements, see your Authorized dealer for details.

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