MB QUART Stage 5 User manual

Brand: MB QUART

Model: Stage 5

Type: User manual

This manual is also suitable for

STAGE 5

800 WATT / FIVE SPEAKER

RZR-Tuned Audio Package

Installation Manual

MBQ-STG5-1

Thanks for choosing MB QUART! The RZR-Tuned Stage 5 Audio System has been meticulously engineered

for your vehicle. The process is simple and straightforward. Installation following these detailed instructions

can be completed in about 3.5 hours.

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW VIDEO

Many of our vehicle-specic products feature

a “how to” install video with additional details

on making your installation successful.

Locate your specic video on the website.

Type your model number (MBQ-STG5-1) into

the search box, then click on the INSTALL &

SUPPORT tab.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

The STG5 system ships in two boxes. Unpackage and account for all components before attempting

installation.

Box 1

● AM/FM, Bluetooth Source Unit with a mounting adapter

● Compact 2-channel amplier

● Dual Amplier Harness with mounting hardware

● Dual Amplier Mounting Plate

● Kick Panel Pods

● Two cage-mounted 8-inch Compression Horn Tower Speakers

● Two 8-inch compression horns (kick panel speakers)

● Two compression element diaphragm covers with instructional manual

● USB and 3.5mm dash mount input accessory

● 2 black swivel mount brackets for cage mounting tower speakers

Box 2

● Compact mono subwoofer amplier

● 10-inch subwoofer

● Glove box replacement vented subwoofer enclosure

*RIDE COMMAND

-EQUIPPED VEHICLES - If your RZR is equipped with the Ride Command

system, you can use

that as the vehicle’s source unit. This requires additional purchase of two adapters (part # RC1-2RCA-F) to connect

into the MB Quart ampliers. The MB Quart source unit is not used in Ride Command-equipped applications.

NOTE – Hardware for mounting components to enclosures and other installation-related items you will need are

contained within the packaging for each piece. Do not dispose of any packaging until you have completely installed

your system and certain you have accounted for every piece. If you feel something is missing, please contact

Maxxsonics directly via email – [email protected].

WARRANTY

Your audio system is covered by a one (1) year warranty from the date of invoice. It is important to retain

your sales receipt. Furthermore, it is crucial that you record and store a record of the serial numbers for

each of the components that are included in your system. In the rare instance that a warranty claim is

needed both proof of purchase and serial numbers are required. Additional information on the back page.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

For additional technical information, go to the “SUPPORT” tab at MBQUART.com. There you will nd helpful,

FAQ, TEQ Tips and you can contact Technical Support via email.

INTRODUCTION

PRE-INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION TIME

About 3.5 hours are required to complete this installation.

TOOLS AND SUPPLIES NEEDED

● Wire Strippers and Crimpers ● Blue Painter’s Tape and Marker Pen

● Flush Cut Wire Cutters (for trimming zip ties) ● Small (Jeweler’s) Screwdriver

● Hand-Held Drill and 5/16” Drill Bit ● Bojo Tools (Pry Tools)

● Ratchet ● Socket (preferably deep)

● 10mm Socket ● 1/2” Open Box Wrench

● T25 Torx Driver ● T40 Torx Driver

Depending on which vehicle-specic which system you are installing, you may or may not need all of the

tools listed below. You may also own more specialized tools to complete the installation. Share the pics of

your installation on our social media channels to help others.

In addition to the tools listed, is helpful to music ready for the TEST & TUNE step. We recommend:

● USB thumb drive with music pre-loaded

● Bluetooth device such as a smartphone with music or a music app

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Safely prepare your machine for the installation before

proceeding.

● Turn the ignition off and remove the key

● Remove the negative terminal of the battery (Figure S-1)

● Use a packing blanket other soft material to protect your

machine

● Safety Glasses - always wear eye protection

PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION

Before dismantling your vehicle, we suggest you prepare

all your components, enclosures and wiring harnesses. It

increases efciency to have everything ready when each

component is installed.

STEP 1 – CONFIRMING POWER TO BUSBAR

(Applies to 2013-2018 RZR Models)

The Polaris RZR and the MB Quart RZR-Tuned Audio

System upgrade requires a harness that connects the

battery under the seat to the busbar harness located under

the hood.

The harness is shown in Figure 1-1. Check that your

2013-2018 machine has this harness installed. If not, you

can purchase from your dealer or Polaris online. The part

numbers are 2881551 or 2881646 depending on which

specic RZR model you own. 2018.5 Turbo S and all 2019+

RZR models already contain a busbar harness.

Figure S-1

Figure 1-1

PRE-INSTALLATION

STEP 2 - PREPARE KICK PANEL COMPRESSION HORNS

Figure 2-1 is from the MBQ-POD manual which guides you

step-by-step through preparing the kick panel compression

horn speakers for installation into the kick panel enclosure

and the RZR.

Removing the large back plate and installing the special

compression horn diaphragm covers dramatically reduces

the depth of the compression horns which ultimately allows

our overall kick panel enclosure to be shallower than you

would think. This assures maximum leg room for driver and

passenger in the vehicle.

Do not proceed with the kick panel installation until you have properly prepared the speakers with their

compression diaphragm covers.

Refer to the manual in the kit called MBQ-POD. You can also nd this manual online by searching the model

number.

STEP 3 - SUBWOOFER ENCLOSURE & MOUNTING CLIPS

STEP 3a – LOCATE MOUNTING CLIPS

If your subwoofer is not pre-installed in the enclosure, you must

prepare the unit by installing the clips that hold the door from

your OEM glove box. See Figure 3-1.

STEP 3b –MOUNT CLIPS

Mount the included hinge brackets for the OEM glove box door

to be tted on to your subwoofer as shown in Figure 3-2 through

3-4. Use the provided nuts to secure the hinge brackets from the

inside of the subwoofer. Do not over tighten.

The hinge clip with the closed hole mounts on the driver side

with the screws on the inside where the glove box door will

cover the screws. See Figure 3-3.

The hinge clip with the open (hook-like) hole mounts on the

passenger side with the screws on the inside where the door will

cover the screws shown. See Figure 3-4.

Figure 2-1

Figure 3-1

Figure 3-2

Figure 3-3 Figure 3-4

SUBWOOFER PREP

INSTALL SUBWOOFER INTO ENCLOSURE

STEP 1 - WIRING THE SUBWOOFER*

Set your subwoofer enclosure on a at surface as shown in Figure 4-1. *If you have a 2018.5 Turbo S

or 2019 RZR model, please see the modication required on the next page BEFORE completing the

subwoofer installation into the enclosure.

Put the subwoofer enclosure on its back

and extend the harness from inside

the enclosure as shown. This will allow

you to easily connect the wiring to the

subwoofer’s push-connector terminals.

If your subwoofer was not pre-installed, you will wire the woofer

with the dual voice coils to yield a 2 ohm load (indicated with the Ω

symbol) as pictured in Figure 4-2.

We have prepared the internal harness so you cannot make

a mistake. Wiring the subwoofer for 2 ohms (2Ω) will allow the

subwoofer to develop maximum power from the amplier by perfectly

balancing the impedance with the amplier’s power output.

Use the connection where two wires will insert into one voice coil

connector and then route the other end of the wire to opposite

connector, shown in Figure 4-3 and Figure 4-4.

NOTE – Wiring code is solid white connects to the (+) Positive/Red

speaker terminal and White/Black Stripe connects to the (-) Negative/

Black speaker terminal. To open the speaker terminals push down on

the connector to open, push the soldered ends of the wires through

the hole and release the connector to establish a good electrical

connection.

STEP 2 – SECURE THE SUBWOOFER TO THE ENCLOSURE

Due to the shape of the enclosure it can be very difcult to balance

the subwoofer enclosure and screw in the speaker for one person

shown in Figure 4-5.

To avoid damage to the subwoofer, consider having a friend hold the

enclosure steady while you mount the subwoofer using hand tools

and the screws provided.

It is not advised to use a powered screw gun for this step.

Figure 4-1

Figure 4-2

Figure 4-3

Dual wire on one side.

Single wire on opposite side.

Figure 4-4

Figure 4-5

SUBWOOFER PREP

REMOVE & REINSTALL THE GLOVE BOX DOOR

With a small amount of pressure you can bend up on

the center portion of your OEM glove box door and

remove it from the brackets.

In a reverse movement you can now reinstall this

door onto your new subwoofer glove box to give your

subwoofer a stealth appearance as shown in Figure

5-1.

The subwoofer is now complete. Set aside the

subwoofer enclosure/glove box combination until it’s

time for installation and amplier wiring.

NOTE – Once the subwoofer is ready to be installed, ensure the wiring harness from the subwoofer

enclosure that connects to the amplier does not get pinched behind the enclosure. This will prevent

the enclosure from seating properly and will not allow the front dash to snap into place properly during

reassembly. The harness should be routed over the top of the push bar frame to the subwoofer amplier

connector. This is also noted in the subwoofer installation section, but important to consider at this stage.

SUBWOOFER ENCLOSURE MODIFICATION (2018.5 Turbo S and 2019 Models)

If you have a 2018 XP Turbo S or 2019 RZR XP vehicle, a simple modication to the subwoofer enclosure

which involves cutting four threaded metal studs and grinding them smooth is required. This modication in

no way will affect your product warranty. Complete this modication BEFORE loading the subwoofer into the

enclosure.

PREPARATION - You will need a at surface on which to work and someone to assist you in holding the

enclosure. You’ll also need a cutting tool (such as an Air Saw, Hacksaw, Sawzall) and a metal grinding tool

(such as a Dremel tool, electric disc grinder, etc.). Of course eye protection and heavy gloves are a must for

safety. Total modication time should be 10-15 minutes.

STEP 1 – IDENTIFY METAL STUDS TO BE CUT

Due to change in the metal work in the dash, the 4 front

studs on the enclosure must be removed so that it will

clear the support bar in the 2018 RZR Turbo S, 2019

RZR XP, XP Turbo and Turbo S machines as shown

in Figure 5-2. This is necessary for installation into the

vehicle later in the process.

STEP 2 – CUT OFF METAL STUDS

These 4 studs need to be removed with a cutting tool

(Air Saw, Hacksaw, Sawzall, i.e) or what other cutting

device that you would like to use.

STEP 3 – GRIND SMOOTH

After cutting the studs ush go back with a grinding

device and clean up the area. After removal the

subwoofer enclosure will look like Figure 5-3.

Figure 5-1

Figure 5-2

Figure 5-3

DISASSEMBLY

DASH AREA DISASSEMBLY 2013-2018 (Non-Turbo S) RZR

Please note, separate disassembly instructions for the 2018.5 Turbo S and 2019 RZR models are found on

pages 9-11 in this manual.

STEP 1 – REMOVE CENTER HOOD

Start with removing the hood as shown in Figure 6-1.

Twist the tabs at the upper left and right corners. Pull

up to remove. This is where you will access the bus bar

described on page 3 of this manual. Conrm that your

machine has the busbar installed by the dealer or by

you. If your busbar harness has not been installed, you

can purchase from your dealer or Polaris online. The

part numbers are 2881551 or 2881646 depending on

which specic RZR model you own.

STEP 2 - REMOVE TOP OF DASH

Remove (2) T-40 screws as shown in Figure 6-2. Slide dash forward to access back of dash and unplug

gauges and switches one at a time. Set dash aside in a safe location.

STEP 3 – REMOVE THE GRAB BAR

Remove the grab bar as shown in Figure 6-3 by removing the retaining clip and pin and rmly pulling the

grip toward the rear of the vehicle.

STEP 4 - REMOVING DASH POCKET & REAR MOUNT

To remove the DIN dash pocket from the dash, locate the rear support bracket at the rear of the pocket and

remove the Torx head screw as in Figure 6.4a. Next, remove the clip shown on the right from the back and

pull out the plastic pocket. Set aside the retaining clip for re-use when mounting your new dash source unit

as shown in Figure 6-4b.

Figure 6-1

Figure 6-2

Figure 6-3

Figure 6-4a

Torx Screw

Set aside OEM dash clip for source unit

mounting later in the installation.

Figure 6-4b

DASH AREA DISASSEMBLY 2013-2018 (Non-Turbo S) RZR - Continued

STEP 5 – REMOVE DASH FASCIA CENTER HARDWARE

Remove (4) Torx screws from the front of the dash through the openings shown in Figure 6-5a. The rst set

of Torx screws will come out allowing access to the second (upper) set further back in the dash. Next, pull

the only the center of the dash loose as shown in Figure 6-5b.

STEP 6 – REMOVE DASH FASCIA HARDWARE

Using a large panel removal tool, release the side clips from the passenger’s side front dash assembly as

shown in Figure 6-6a and 6-6b. Slowly ensure you account for all clips removed.

STEP 7 – REMOVE THE GLOVE BOX

Remove (2) 10mm bolts on the top of the glove box

where it is fastened to the grab bar framework. See

holes in Figure 6-7. The glove box will easily slide

out. A different mounting method is used for the new

subwoofer.

Go to page 12 for next steps on these model year

vehicles.

Figure 6-5bFigure 6-5a

Figure 6-6bFigure 6-6a

Figure 6-7

DISASSEMBLY

DASH AREA DISASSEMBLY 2018.5 Turbo S & 2019 RZR

Please note, separate disassembly instructions for the 2013-2018 RZR models are found on pages 7-8 in

this manual.

STEP 1 – REMOVE CENTER HOOD

Remove the center of the hood area as shown in Figure

7-1. Twist the recessed tabs at the upper left and right

corners. Pull up to remove. Next, pull passenger’s side

grab bar retaining clip and pin, then rmly pulling the grip

toward the rear of the vehicle.

STEP 2 - REMOVE CENTER SHROUD

Remove (2) plastic push clips behind the center shroud as shown in Figure 7-2a to remove the Ride

Command cover or pocket depending on your vehicle. Cover removed shown in Figure 7.2b.

STEP 3 - REMOVE FULL FRONT COVER DASH TOP ASSEMBLY

Remove (2) T-40 screws located by the A-pillars as shown in Figure 7-3a. Next remove the (2) T-40 screws

holding the front of the dash in the inner fender near the water bottle and busbar. Lift upwards to release the

top of the dash cover and remove as shown in Figure 7-3b.

Figure 7-1

Figure 7-2a Figure 7-2b

Figure 7-3a Figure 7-3b

DISASSEMBLY

DASH AREA DISASSEMBLY 2018.5 Turbo S & 2019 RZR - Continued

STEP 4 – REMOVE DYNAMICS ECU BRACKET* AND POCKET SCREW

Remove (4) 10mm bolts holding the Dynamics ECU bracket as shown in Figure 7-4a. Move the ECU to the

side leaving wire connection intact. Even if there is no ECU present, the bracket is still there. Next remove

(1) T40 screw on the pocket support bracket underneath the ECU bracket as shown in Figure 7-4b.

STEP 5 – REMOVE LOWER POCKET AND PASSENGER SIDE CUBBY

Remove lower pocket by pulling forward as shown in Figure 7-5a. If you have Ride Command you will also

have to disconnect the USB cable. Next, remove (2) plastic push clips in the passenger side cubby as

shown in Figure 7-5b. Then remove cubby and set aside.

STEP 6 – REMOVE CENTER SWITCH HARDWARE

Remove (4) T40 screws located above the center

switches as in Figure 7.6a. If you have a Ride

Command, (2) will be on each side of the screen and (2)

behind the screen as in Figure 7.6b.

Figure 7-4a Figure 7-4b

Figure 7-5a Figure 7-5b

Figure 7-6a

Figure 7-6b

DISASSEMBLY

DASH AREA DISASSEMBLY 2018.5 Turbo S & 2019 RZR - Continued

STEP 7 – PREPARE FINAL ELECTRONICS FOR DASH REMOVAL

Gently remove the plastic nut holding the ignition switch to the dash as shown in Figure 7-7a. Next,

disconnect wires from back of switches as shown in Figure 7-7b. Take note of plug color and switch location

for reassembly purposes.

STEP 8– REMOVE DASH FASCIA

Gently pull dash fascia toward seat to remove as shown

in Figure 7-8. Set aside in a safe location until it’s time

for reassembly.

STEP 9 – REMOVE THE GLOVE BOX

Remove (2) 10mm bolts on the top of the glove box

where it is fastened to the grab bar framework. See

holes in Figure 7-9. The glove box will easily slide

out. A different mounting method is used for the new

subwoofer.

Go to page 12 for next steps on all model year RZR vehicles.

Figure 7-7a Figure 7-7b

Figure 7-9

Figure 7-8

DISASSEMBLY

REMOVE SEATS AND CENTER CONSOLE (ALL MODELS)

STEP 1 – REMOVE SEATS

Remove driver and passenger seats by pulling on the lock clip shown in Figure 8-1. This lock clip is located

between the bottom and upright portion of the seat.

Behind the seats in the center of the machine is the panel where you access the oil lter. You will need to

remove this as shown in Figure 8-1b in order to feed and secure the rear speaker harness if not routing the

rear speaker harness inside the body panels.

STEP 2 - UNBOLT AND MARK CENTER CONSOLE HARDWARE

Use the painters tape to mark where you remove each of the push pins and/or T-40 screws in the seat

side and seatbelt area as shown in Figure 8-2a. Remove and mark the nal T-40 screw at the front of the

console. We recommend using small disposable cups or sealable sandwich bags to label the different

screws in order keep track of them for reassembly.

STEP 3 - REMOVE CENTER CONSOLE

Gently push the shifter and seat belt boots back through

the console as show as shown in Figure 8-3. Carefully

remove center console from vehicle. Set aside in a safe

location until it’s time for reassembly.

Figure 8-1a Figure 8-1b

Figure 8-2a Figure 8-2b

Figure 8-3

POWER HARNESS

INSTALL POWER HARNESS AT BUSBAR (ALL MODELS)

Before positing the system harness and wiring all the components (source unit, ampliers, subwoofer and

other speakers), you need to prepare the power portion of the audio harness and run into the vehicle.

STEP 1 – REMOVE RZR Busbar FACTORY CONNECTIONS

Remove the connections to the RZR busbar as shown in Figure 9-1 to allow connecting the audio harness

along with reconnecting the RZR busbar harness.

STEP 2 – LAY IN HARNESS - IDENTIFY FIREWALL GROMMET

Beginning at the RZR busbar, route the power, ground and accessory portion of the audio system harness

in the front vehicle. The harness will run through the grommet next to an existing wiring harness as shown in

Figure 9-2. Do not use other grommets if present, empty or not. Use only the grommet shown.

STEP 3 – CUT OPENING IN GROMMET AND RUN WIRING THROUGH

Using a razor knife, carefully slice the rubber grommet on the top side as shown in Figure 9-3a. This allows

you to move the harnesses into the dash and to the ampliers. Push the radio, rear speaker/illumination

and amplier connections through the grommet as in Figure 9-3b. Leave accessible from the inside of the

vehicle. Use black electrical tape or silicone-based caulking to seal the slice during nal inspection.

STEP 4 – COMPLETE BUSBAR CONNECTION

Complete connections at the busbar as shown in Figure

9-4. Mount the MB Quart audio harness rst, with the

OEM RZR connections on top. This allows you to use

the red boot on the powerline, keeping your install clean

and looking factory installed. Zip tie this power portion

of the harness into place. Assure that no added wiring

is near any moving parts or components that generate

large amounts of heat.

Figure 9-1

Figure 9-2

Figure 9-3a Figure 9-3b

Figure 9-4

AMPLIFIER MOUNTING

AMPLIFIER PREPARATION AND MOUNTING (2013-2018 Models)

Before installing the dual amplier plate with the amplier(s) in position, you must prepare the mounting area

in the vehicle to accept the plate.

NOTE - These instructions assume both ampliers and all speakers are present in a full Stage 5 System. If

not all components are present in your system, this makes upgrading much easier.

STEP 1 – LOOSEN STEERING COLUMN NUTS

Loosen the 16mm nuts that secure the steering column to the support frame shown in Figure 10-1a. These

nuts are very hard to loosen. Be careful. Do not remove these steering column nuts, only loosen to create

an 1/8 inch gap between the nut and the frame shown in Figure 10-1b. You will not re-tighten these nuts until

the installation of the whole system is nalized, tested and the vehicle is ready for reassembly.

STEP 2 – AMPLIFIER MOUNTING

Mount your amplier(s) on the dual amplier plate as shown in FIG 10-2 (below). This conguration is critical

to make sure you can access your ne tune adjustments for crossover and bass boost.

STEP 3 – MOUNTING PLATE INSTALLATION

With the ampliers mounted to the plate, slide it into position with the double groove portion of the bracket

sliding between the steering column support shown in 10.1b (above) and the 16mm nuts and washers. Do

not tighten down yet. On the front edge you will secure the plate with the 10mm bolt you removed from the

dash pocket which will also hold the bracket then will ultimately support the new dash pocket with the source

unit. The nished plate should look like Figure 10-3.

You will tighten the 16mm nuts and washers next to the steering column once reassembly of the vehicle

begins. This allows easy removal of the amplier plate for troubleshooting (if necessary).

NOTE - The dual amplier harness is designed and laid out to perfectly connect power and speaker

connections on the driver’s side of the ampliers while the RCA audio connections are on the passenger

side of the RZR.

Figure 10-1a Figure 10-2b

1/8” Gap

Figure 10-2 Figure 10-3

10mm

AMPLIFIER PREPARATION AND MOUNTING (2018.5 Turbo S & 2019 Models)

Before installing the dual amplier plate with the amplier(s) in position, you must prepare the mounting area

in the vehicle to accept the plate. The area where the ECU bracket was removed and set aside is where the

dual amplier plate installs. If a factory-optioned amplier was present, this would also have been removed.

NOTE - These instructions assume both ampliers and all speakers are present in a full Stage 5 System. If

not all components are present in your system, this makes upgrading much easier.

STEP 1 – SET THE ECU AND BRACKET BACK IN

PLACE*

Set the Dynamics ECU (if present) and ECU mounting

bracket back in its original placement ensuring the wiring

intended for the amplier harness is routed through the

gap area at the forward section of the bracket. Loosely

reattach only the two (2) 10mm rear bolts (nearest the

dashboard) at this point as shown in Figure 10-4. *It is

only important the ECU bracket is back in place for trial

tting of the dual amplier plate. It will not have its nal

reassembly at this step.

STEP 2 – AMPLIFIER MOUNTING

Mount your amplier(s) on the dual amplier plate in

the conguration shown. This conguration is critical to

make sure you can access your ne tune adjustments

for crossover and bass boost.

STEP 3 – TRIAL FITTING THE DUAL AMP PLATE

With the ampliers mounted to the plate, place it into

position atop the ECU bracket as shown in Figure 10-6.

Be sure there is free movement of the wiring harness

with enough length to connect to the amplier’s on-

board connectors. Loosely t the remaining two (2)

10mm bolts from the ECU bracket to check the t of the

dual amp plate. Connect the power and speaker wiring

to the harness as labeled. Do not zip tie anything at this

point as the amp plate will not have its nal reassembly

until after the system has completed testing.

STEP 4 – REMOVE DUAL AMP PLATE AND FLIP

OVER, REMOVE ECU BRACKET

With the ampliers connected to the wiring harness,

place a towel or blanket over the open hood area.

Remove the rst two (2) 10mm bolts for the amp plate,

remove the plate and ip it over on the towel to avoid

scratching the amplier heatsinks. Next remove the

remaining two (2) 10mm bolts from the ECU mount (if

present) and place the ECU to the side as when initially

disassembled on page 10. This will allow you to continue

working on the other steps of the installation until you’re

ready to power up the system, complete nal testing and nalize the reassembly of the ECU bracket and

dual amp plate.

Figure 10-4

Loosely Reattach (2) 10mm

Leave Open

Figure 10-5

Figure 10-6

10mm

AMPLIFIER MOUNTING

Figure 10-7

SUBWOOFER MOUNTING

SUBWOOFER ENCLOSURE MOUNTING (ALL MODELS)

With the subwoofer installed in the enclosure and the glove box door in position from earlier preparation

steps, you are ready to mount the subwoofer into the glove box location. For those applications on 2018.5

Turbo S and 2019+ RZR models, ensure you’ve completed the modication shown on page 6.

STEP 1 – POSITION AND BEGIN MOUNTING SUBWOOFER_ ENCLOSURE

Sitting on the oor of the RZR, hold the subwoofer enclosure up to the grab bar pipe. Sitting on the oor

of the RZR, hold the subwoofer enclosure up to the grab bar pipe. Mount the subwoofer to the RZR using

the supplied steel plates (2), the (8) nuts, and

(8) washers shown in Figure 11-1. Use your

1/2 inch socket with a small ratchet to begin

tightening the nuts. Space is tight for any larger

tools, a smaller ratchet will work best.

NOTE – Ensure the wiring harness from the

subwoofer does not get pinched behind the

enclosure. This will prevent the enclosure from

seating properly and will not allow the front

dash to snap into place properly The harness

should be routed over the top of the push bar

frame to the subwoofer amplier connector.

STEP 2 – FINISH SUBWOOFER MOUNTING

Tighten a few threads at a time on each bolt to

allow the subwoofer to rise up against the pull

bar frame evenly. This will allow the subwoofer

to seat properly against the frame of the

vehicle. As the subwoofer enclosure comes

up against the grab bar pipe, before it is nally

secure, make sure that the speaker wire is not

behind the enclosure. Once veried, bolt the

subwoofer tightly into place.

NOTE – When the subwoofer starts to seat

into place, push the subwoofer rmly forward

as shown in Figure 11-2 as you tighten the last

thread with the mounting nuts. This forward

pressure will be critical when you reassemble the front

dash for tment into all the clips.

STEP 3 – ROUTE SUBWOOFER HARNESS

Route the subwoofer enclosure’s harness over to the

amplier area. Connect it to the speaker output of the

mono amplier as shown in Figure 11-3.

The next section describes connecting the other wiring

harnesses to the ampliers.

Figure 11-1

Figure 11-2

Push Forward While Tightening

Figure 11-3

Mono

Amplier

Subwoofer Enclosure

HARNESS CONNECTIONS

AMPLIFIER AND SPEAKER WIRING HARNESS CONNECTIONS

With your amplier(s) mounted, subwoofer installed and connected to the mono amplier, you can now

begin laying in the front/rear speaker harnesses and plugging in all the remaining connectors.

NOTE - While you are working on your system, we recommend covering the ampliers to avoid scratching

them or inadvertently hitting the crossovers with a wrench or screw driver.

STEP 1 – POWER AND SPEAKER CONNECTORS AT AMPLIFIERS

Plug in the power/ground connector of the two channel and the mono ampliers

respectively. At the same time, if you have illumination, connect the red/black. Next,

connect full range speaker connectors to the two channel amplier. You should

already have connected the subwoofer to the mono amplier in the previous section.

If not, do this step now. See Figure 12-1 for the connection diagram.

STEP 2 – ROUTE FRONT SPEAKER HARNESS

Make sure your front left and front right kick panel

harnesses are set into place.

The left front harness for the kick panel should be

routed down the left side of the steering column to

the kick panel area.

The right front harness for the kick panel needs to

be routed over the subwoofer, not behind, and then

to the kick panel area.

The kick panel pod installation will take place at a

later step. For now, you are simply pre-wiring the

harnesses to their respective areas.

STEP 3 – ROUTE REAR SPEAKER HARNESS

Route rear speaker harness toward rear speakers

through the console area as shown in Figure 12-2.

You can route the remaining harnesses to the rear

pod area by either removing the oil lter cover on

the back wall or route your wires through small

gaps in the body panels.

NOTE – On a four seat RZR (4P RZR) you will need to include the 4P jumper to extend the rear speaker

harness, past the rear seats and then to the rear pod area. See Figure 12-3 for connection.

Figure 12-1

Figure 12-2

Figure 12-3

Main Rear Speaker Harness

Routing Through Console Area

Connection Points to Right Rear Speaker Wiring

Connection Points to Left Rear Speaker Wiring

REAR SPEAKER POD INSTALLATION

Every roll cage angle is a bit different; therefore you should take the time to install the swivel mount

brackets. We suggest you do this on a at surface or work bench.

These brackets are designed to allow 180 degree tilt. This

guaranties that the speaker points directly forward. This exibility

in positioning improves sound quality and overall volume. Refer

to instructions for the swivel bracket packaged with the speaker

pods. Also ensure that the Adjustment Locking Screw is at the

rear of the assembly (not the front) as shown in Figure 13-1.

STEP 1 – TEST MOUNT SPEAKER PODS w/BRACKETS

Stock RZR roll cages use the 1.75 inch tube. If you have an

aftermarket or custom cage you will nd the correct bushings and

mounts included in the box with the pods. Refer to the manual

included with your pods for additional details on mounting and wiring.

Mount the pod and swivel bracket to the roll cage tube. Once the speakers are on the roll cage tube, you

can gently slide the pod up or down on the tube to determine where your nal height will be. Use painter’s

tape to measure and mark a general position so it’s even on both sides. Figures 13-2a and 13-2b show

potential mounting options to try out.

Once the general mounting position is chosen, do not fully tighten the pods as you may want to do nal

adjustments for your ear height after the seat is in position and the system is playing music.

STEP 2 – CONNECT WIRING

Wire up the rear speaker wiring to the speaker pods. If your pods also feature illumination, connect those

wires as well. The harness ran in the vehicle should be color coded and have the correct male/female

connectors to make this an easy task.

Do not zip-tie the wires along the roll cage or gather up excess wire until the system has been fully tested.

REAR SPEAKER PODS

Figure 13-1

Figure 13-2a Figure 13-2b

SWIVEL STRAIGHT

This position offers

MAXX volume

SWIVEL DOWN

This position will have less

volume to riders in the RZR

KICK PANEL SPEAKERS

MOUNTING THE KICK PANEL SPEAKERS

Through hundreds of installations, we’ve found once mounting holes are drilled, it’s best to start with the

driver’s side kick panel and then move on to the passenger’s side kick panel to complete the mounting and

wiring of the kick panels. This way you only need the drill out once, then completely nish the left before

moving on to the right. The subwoofer should already be mounted at this stage and both kick panel wires

run to their respective general areas.

STEP 1 – MARK DRILLING SPOTS ON FENDER

Using colored painters tape shown in Figure 14-1a, to mark the interior fender well of the RZR where you

need to drill two mounting holes. To do this, hold an empty left or right pod in your hand. Hold the pod

into place to approximate the position of the mounting holes on the internal fender. Set the unit down and

put colored tape onto the interior fender well area behind the pod until you can see the tape through the

mounting holes when you hold the pod back into place. Next, use a permanent felt-tipped marker to mark

the mount holes on the painter’s tape as shown in Figure 14-1b. Repeat this process on the passenger’s

side kick panel area.

STEP 2 – DRILL HOLES

Drill (2) 5/16 inch mounting holes into the fender where you marked the tape shown in Figure 14-2. Repeat

this process and drill two more 5/16 inch mounting holes on the passenger’s side kick panel area. Remove

any tape in the drilling area from the interior fender wells.

STEP 3 – PUSH OUTER BOLTS THROUGH FENDER AND KICK PANEL

With the included hardware push (1) bolt and (1) washer mount through the fender into the pod. This leaves

only the head of the bolt visible behind the tire shown in Figure 14-3.

NOTE - Wait to mount passenger kick panel until driver’s side

panel is completely mounted and wired.

Figure 14-1a

Figure 14-1b

Figure 14-2

Figure 14-3

KICK PANEL SPEAKERS

STEP 4 – MOUNT KICK PANELS

Using the 5/16 inch bolts, washers, and nuts, mount

the kick panel as shown in Figure 14-4. Make sure you

use a washer on the inside of the enclosure against the

internal wall of the pod which you sandwich against the

fender of the RZR. Use your 1/2 inch ratchet and wrench

to secure the pod.

NOTE - Make sure that the wires behind the enclosure

have remained accessible for connecting to the amplier

harness. Use some painters tape to keep them from

getting blocked by the enclosure if necessary.

STEP 5 – CONNECT WIRE HARNESS INTO KICK PANELS

Connect the wire harness from the amplier that you routed earlier to the wire harness from the kick panel.

STEP 6 – WIRE THE FRONT SPEAKERS

Identify the harness wires from inside of each pod and connect the wires to the back of the compression

horn speakers as shown in Figure 14-5a. Connect speaker wires as shown in Figure 14-5b. If your kick

panel speakers also feature illumination, connect those wires as well.

STEP 7 – MOUNT THE FRONT SPEAKERS

With the speakers properly wired, mount the speaker to the enclosure. Position the speaker (with the

compression horn backplate removed) in the enclosure and mount with the included hardware as shown in

Figure 14-6a. We suggest mounting with hand tools to stripping out the mounting hardware or damaging the

speakers. Final speaker position is shown in Figure 14-6b. Repeat steps 3-7 on the passenger’s side.

NOTE - Refer to the compression horn diaphragm replacement manual included with the speakers called

MBQ-POD if you have not yet remove the back plate to accommodate the kick panel depth.

Figure 14-4

Figure 14-5a

Figure 14-6a Figure 14-6b

Figure 14-5b

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