Can-Am Commander Vehicle Lift Guide
Safely lift your Can-Am Commander using the AGM Manual Jack Sport. 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 Front: Front bumper crossbar using the V-groove top cap
Avoid: Plastic body panels, unsupported skid plates, off-center bumper lifts, unstable ground.
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 Manual Jack Sport.
• 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 Manual Jack Sport 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 of the vehicle.
Why
• Preferred rear lift point for the AGM Manual Jack Sport.
• Easy to access from the side of the Commander.
• Works well because the Commander has limited suspension travel.
• Can lift more than one tire when positioned farther back on the side rail.
Watch Out
• Feel for the rivets that secure the rocker panel to the chassis.
• Position the lifting pad directly beneath the chassis tube.
• Open the door to reduce the chance of contacting the body during the lift.
Trail Tip
If you need to lift more of the vehicle, positioning the jack just behind the B-pillar can help raise the whole side.
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 Manual Jack Sport.
• Simple side access for quick trail-side repairs.
• Keeps the lift predictable and easy to control.
• Avoids unstable or unsupported body areas.
Watch Out
• Open the door before positioning the jack.
• Make sure the lifting pad is engaged with the chassis tube.
• Confirm the jack is stable before removing the tire.
Trail Tip
Use the same rocker panel rivets as your reference point for both front and rear chassis tube lifts.
Alternate Front Lift
Lift Here
Front bumper crossbar using the V-groove top cap.
Why
• Useful if the side chassis tube is not accessible.
• The V-groove top cap can cradle the bumper crossbar.
• Can lift the front of the vehicle for certain repairs.
Watch Out
• Keep the jack base directly under the crossbar.
• Stay as close to center as possible.
• Verify the vehicle is steady before beginning the repair.
Trail Tip
Do not lift off-center from the bumper. A crooked lift can let the vehicle shift, which is exciting in the bad way.
Common Mistakes
• Lifting from unsupported skid plate areas.
• Missing the chassis tube beneath the rocker panel.
• Lifting off-center from the front bumper crossbar.
• 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 Manual Jack Sport?
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 secure the rocker to the chassis tube.
Why open the door before lifting?
Opening the door creates clearance and helps reduce the chance of the jack contacting or scratching the body.
Can I lift a Can-Am Commander from the front bumper?
Yes, if the vehicle has a suitable front bumper crossbar. Use the V-groove top cap and keep the jack centered under the crossbar.
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 Manual Jack Sport 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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