Dedicated Subsystem WorkbenchPlatform Gen: 2020–2025

2025 Can-Am Defender HD10 / MAX Fastener Torque Specs & Tightening Matrix

Factory torque specs for 2025 Can-Am Defender HD10 / MAX: oil drain plug, axle nuts, caliper mount bolts, spark plugs, triple clamp pinch bolts with thread lubrication derating guide.

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Engine

976cc

Cooling

Liquid-Cooled with High-Capacity Radiator and Electric Fan

Final Drive

PRO-TORQ Transmission with Quick Response System (QRS) CVT / Selectable Turf Mode / 2WD / 4WD with Visco-Lok QE

Engine Oil

2.2 L (2.3 qt) XPS 4-Stroke Synthetic Blend 5W-40

Spark Plug

NGK LMAR8C-9

Front Tire

27x9-14 (Base) / 30x10-14 (Lone Star / Limited)

Gen 2020–2025

Factory Platform Compatibility: All workshop fluid capacities, maintenance milestones, torque specifications, and consumables on this specification sheet are factory-identical across model years 2020 through 2025.

Select Model Year:(Active: 2025)
6 Production Years (2020–2025)

2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025

Critical Fastener Torque Tolerances

FSM Certified Specs

Factory workshop tightening torque ratings for axles, calipers, engine plugs, and triple clamps.

Lube:

Fastener / Component	Torque (N·m)	Service Note & Thread Guidance	System
Wheel Lug Nuts	100 N·m (74 ft-lb)	Torque to factory specification.	Engine / Drive
Engine Oil Drain Plug	22 N·m (16 ft-lb)	Torque to factory specification.	Engine / Drive
Oil Filter Cover Screws	10 N·m (7 ft-lb)	Torque to factory specification.	Engine / Drive
Spark Plugs	11 N·m (8 ft-lb)	Torque to factory specification.	Engine / Drive
Gearbox Drain Plug	20 N·m (15 ft-lb)	Torque to factory specification.	Engine / Drive
Front Diff Drain Plug	2.5 N·m (2 ft-lb)	Torque to factory specification.	Engine / Drive

Technical Standard:Always calibrate torque wrenches prior to critical chassis fastening. Values reflect clean, dry threads unless threadlocker or anti-seize is specifically noted.

Official NHTSA Safety Recalls & Technical Bulletins

0 Open Campaigns (Clean)

U.S. Department of Transportation compliance database (Title 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301).

Verify VIN on NHTSA.gov

No Active Federal Safety Recalls Reported

The U.S. DOT National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records zero open safety recall campaigns for the 2025 Can-Am Defender HD10 / MAX platform. Always check your individual 17-digit VIN at an authorized dealership or via NHTSA.gov for individual recall completions.