Can-Am Defender Vehicle Lift Guide
Safely lift your Can-Am Defender 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: Side chassis tube beneath the rocker panel
★★★★★ Preferred Front Lift: Side chassis tube beneath the rocker panel
Avoid: Plastic body panels, unsupported skid plates, unstable ground.
You're in the Right Place If...
• You have a flat tire on a Can-Am Defender.
• 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
• 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
Side chassis tube just inside the rear door opening area.
Why
• Preferred rear lift point for the AGM Manual Jack Sport.
• Strong structural lifting location.
• Requires less jack travel on the Defender.
• Simple and efficient for trail-side repairs.
Watch Out
• Open the rear door if your vehicle is equipped with one.
• Position the lifting pad directly beneath the chassis tube.
• Verify two points of contact before lifting.
Trail Tip
Start with the jack foot slightly farther under the vehicle so the jack becomes more vertical as the vehicle rises.
Preferred Front Lift
Lift Here
Side chassis tube beneath the rocker panel.
Why
• Preferred front lift point for the AGM Manual Jack Sport.
• Stable lifting platform.
• Easy to access from the side of the vehicle.
• Minimizes movement as the suspension unloads.
Watch Out
• Locate the raised section in the skid plate about two inches inboard from the outside edge.
• Position the lifting pad directly beneath the chassis tube.
• Open the front door if equipped to create more working room.
Trail Tip
Keep the jack foot slightly farther underneath the vehicle than the top of the jack for a more stable lift.
Common Mistakes
• Lifting on plastic body panels.
• Lifting from unsupported skid plate areas.
• Not opening the door when extra clearance is needed.
• Removing the wheel before confirming the vehicle is stable.
• 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 Defender with a Manual Jack Sport?
For most repairs, lift directly from the chassis tube located along the side of the vehicle.
Why not lift from the suspension?
The Defender has limited suspension droop, so lifting from the chassis is usually simpler, faster, and more efficient for trail repairs.
How do I locate the chassis tube?
Look for the raised section in the skid plate about two inches inboard from the outside edge of the vehicle. The chassis tube is directly above that area.
Do I need to open the doors before lifting?
If your Defender has doors, opening them can provide extra clearance and help prevent contact between the jack and body panels.
What is the best rear lift point on a Can-Am Defender with a Manual Jack Sport?
The side chassis tube just inside the rear door opening area is the preferred rear lift point.
Is it safe to work under a lifted Defender?
Always use a secondary support point before working around or underneath a lifted vehicle.
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