Suspensions - Can-Am DEFENDER MAX Series 2021 Operator's Manual

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TIGHTENING SEQUENCE
NOTICE
Always use the recom-
mended wheel nuts for the type of
wheel. Using a different nut could
cause damages to the rim or studs.
Tire Pressure
WARNING
Tire pressure greatly affects vehi-
cle handling and stability. Insuf-
ficient pressure may cause tire to
deflate and rotate on wheel. Over-
pressure may burst the tire. Al-
ways follow recommended pres-
sure. NEVER set tire pressure be-
low minimum. It could cause the
tire to dislodge from the rim.
Check pressure when tires are cold
before using the vehicle. Tire pres-
sure changes with temperature and
altitude. Recheck pressure if one of
these conditions has changed.
SPECIFICATIONS
Refer to
tire pressure.
NOTE: Although the tires are specif-
ically designed for off-road use, a flat
may still occur. Therefore, it is recom-
mended to carry a tire gauge, tire pump
and a repair kit.
Tire Inspection
Check tire for damage and wear. Re-
place if necessary.
Do not rotate tires. The front and
rear tires have a different size. The
left and right tires have different
unidirectional tread patterns.
Tire Replacement
Tires replacement should be per-
formed by an authorized Can-Am
dealer, a repair shop or person of your
choosing.
– Replace tires only with the same
– For unidirectional tread pat-
– Tires should be replaced, by an

Suspensions

Front Suspension Lubrication
for proper
Lubricate front arms and stabilizer bar
bushings (if equipped).
There are two grease fittings on each
arm oriented upwards.
There is one grease fitting on each sta-
bilizer bar pivot bushing.
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
WARNING
WARNING
type and size as original tires.
tern, ensure that the tires are
installed in the correct direction
of rotation.
experienced person, in accor-
dance with tire industry stan-
dards and tools.
SUSPENSION GREASE
Scandinavia
All other
countries
SYNTHETIC
SUSPENSION
GREASE (EUR)
(P/N 779226)
SYNTHETIC
SUSPENSION
GREASE
(P/N 779163)
143