Can-Am Commander Vehicle Lift Guide
Safely lift your Can-Am Commander using the AGM Scissor Jack. Tested on a real vehicle during real trail repairs.
Estimated Read Time: 1–2 Minutes
Quick Answers
★★★★★ Preferred Rear Lift: Chassis tube beneath the rocker panel
★★★★★ Preferred Front Lift: Chassis tube beneath the rocker panel
★★★★☆ Alternate Rear: Rear steel skid plate between the control arms
★★★★☆ Alternate Front: Front steel skid plate near the wheel
Avoid: Unsupported skid plate areas, steep suspension components, unstable ground, poorly aligned lift points.
You're in the Right Place If...
• You have a flat tire on a Can-Am Commander.
• You want the safest lift points.
• You're using an AGM Scissor Jack.
• You want to avoid damaging your vehicle.
• You want to get back on the trail quickly.
Flat Tire Repair
• The Can-Am Commander lug nuts use a 17 mm socket.
• The AGM Scissor Jack uses a 19 mm socket, so carry both sockets.
• If using hand tools, loosen the lug nuts before lifting.
• Lift from the preferred lift point.
• Place a cooler, toolbox, spare tire, or similar size solid object under the vehicle as a secondary support.
• Remove the lug nuts, catching each one if possible.
• If a lug nut falls into dirt or sand, clean it before reinstalling so threads are not damaged.
• Install the replacement wheel.
• Start every lug nut by hand.
• Tighten in a star pattern.
• Torque to Can-Am specifications whenever possible. If a torque wrench is not available, tighten with an impact gun to get you home.
Preferred Rear Lift
Lift Here
Chassis tube beneath the rocker panel along the side rail.
Why
• Preferred rear lift point for the AGM Scissor Jack.
• Easy to access from the side of the vehicle.
• Works well because the Commander does not require a large amount of jack travel.
• Provides a straight, controlled lift that Scissor Jacks prefer.
Watch Out
• Feel for the rivets beneath the rocker panel.
• Make sure the lift head is contacting the chassis tube.
• Avoid the tapered skid pan area beneath the vehicle.
Trail Tip
The rivets along the side rail go directly into the chassis tube, making them a helpful reference for finding the lift point.
Alternate Rear Lift
Lift Here
Rear steel skid plate between the control arms.
Why
• Useful if the side chassis tube is not accessible.
• Provides a backup rear lift point.
• Can work well when properly positioned on the skid plate rib.
Watch Out
• Steel can be more slippery than plastic.
• Locate the rib in the skid plate before lifting.
• Confirm the vehicle is stable before removing the tire or starting the repair.
Trail Tip
Place the skid plate rib into the trough of the lift head to help control the jack during the lift.
Preferred Front Lift
Lift Here
Chassis tube beneath the rocker panel along the side of the vehicle.
Why
• Preferred front lift point for the AGM Scissor Jack.
• Easy to locate using the rivets under the rocker panel.
• Keeps the jack lifting straight up and down.
• Avoids angled suspension components.
Watch Out
• Locate the chassis tube before applying pressure.
• Make sure the jack is not positioned on the skid plate instead of the tube.
• Verify the jack remains centered as the vehicle rises.
Trail Tip
Double-check contact with the chassis tube before lifting. Tiny pause, big payoff. Very trail-math friendly.
Alternate Front Lift
Lift Here
Front steel skid plate on the flat surface closest to the wheel.
Why
• Useful if the side chassis tube is not accessible.
• Provides a backup front lift point.
• Works when the lift head is placed on the correct flat surface.
Watch Out
• Steel skid plates can be slippery.
• Stay on the smooth flat surface closest to the wheel.
• Avoid the rib on the front skid plate when using this lift point.
Trail Tip
Turn the lift head 90 degrees so it lands on the flat surface instead of trying to cradle the rib.
Common Mistakes
• Lifting from unsupported skid plate areas.
• Missing the chassis tube beneath the rocker panel.
• Using steep suspension components with a Scissor Jack.
• Forgetting that the lug nuts and jack use different socket sizes.
• Starting lug nuts with an impact.
• Crawling under a vehicle supported only by a jack.
Trail Safety Checklist
✓ Move off the trail whenever possible.
✓ Park on level ground.
✓ Vehicle in Park.
✓ Four-wheel drive engaged if needed.
✓ Chock a tire if necessary.
✓ Use a secondary support before putting any part of your body underneath the vehicle.
Questions We Hear Most
Where should I lift a Can-Am Commander with a Scissor Jack?
For most repairs, lift from the chassis tube beneath the rocker panel along the side of the vehicle.
How do I find the chassis tube on a Can-Am Commander?
Feel for the rivets beneath the rocker panel. Those rivets thread directly into the chassis tube.
Can I lift a Can-Am Commander from the skid plate?
Yes, but only in the correct locations. The rear steel skid plate can be used along the rib, while the front uses the flat surface closest to the wheel.
Why does AGM prefer side chassis lift points with the Scissor Jack?
The chassis tube is easy to access, parallel to the ground, and gives the Scissor Jack a more controlled straight up-and-down lift.
What socket sizes do I need for a Can-Am Commander tire change?
The Commander lug nuts use a 17 mm socket, while the AGM Scissor Jack uses a 19 mm socket.
How do I safely lift a Can-Am Commander on the trail?
Move to flat ground whenever possible, use the recommended lift points, chock a tire, and use a secondary support if you may need to work underneath the vehicle.
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