Polaris Xpedition Vehicle Lift Guide
Safely lift your Polaris Xpedition 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 suspension mount tube
Avoid: Plastic body panels, unsupported skid plates, unstable ground, poorly aligned lift points.
You're in the Right Place If...
• You have a flat tire on a Polaris Xpedition.
• 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
• 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 Polaris 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.
Why
• Preferred rear lift point for the AGM Scissor Jack.
• Flat lifting surface that stays parallel to the ground.
• Keeps the Scissor Jack properly aligned.
• Provides excellent stability during the lift.
Watch Out
• Use the row of rocker panel fasteners as your reference.
• Position the lifting pad directly beneath one of the fasteners.
• Confirm the lifting pad is contacting metal structure, not plastic.
Trail Tip
The rocker panel fasteners thread into the chassis tube, making them an easy reference for locating the lift point.
Alternate Rear Lift
Lift Here
Rear suspension mount tube.
Why
• Good backup if the chassis tube is not accessible.
• Effective alternate rear lifting location.
• Useful when terrain or repair access limits side lifting.
Watch Out
• Position the lift head beneath the suspension mount tube.
• Clock the lift head so it cradles the tube.
• Verify the jack remains stable before continuing the lift.
Trail Tip
Use this lift point when the chassis tube is blocked by terrain, vehicle position, or repair access.
Preferred Front Lift
Lift Here
Chassis tube beneath the rocker panel.
Why
• Preferred front lift point for the AGM Scissor Jack.
• Keeps the jack operating in its most stable position.
• Lift point remains consistent as the vehicle rises.
• Avoids changing suspension angles.
Watch Out
• Use the fasteners along the rocker panel as your reference.
• Center the jack directly beneath the chassis tube.
• Make sure the jack is on flat, stable ground whenever possible.
Trail Tip
You can also feel the skid plate fasteners underneath the vehicle to help locate the chassis tube.
Common Mistakes
• Lifting from unsupported skid plate areas.
• Lifting from plastic body panels.
• Missing the chassis tube beneath the rocker panel.
• 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 Polaris Xpedition with a Scissor Jack?
For most repairs, lift from the chassis tube located beneath the rocker panel.
Can I lift a Polaris Xpedition from the suspension with a Scissor Jack?
Yes. The rear suspension mount tube can be used as an alternate lift point, but the chassis tube is preferred.
How do I find the chassis tube on a Polaris Xpedition?
Look for the row of fasteners along the rocker panel. These fasteners thread directly into the chassis tube.
Why does AGM prefer lifting from the chassis with a Scissor Jack?
Scissor Jacks work best when lifting from surfaces that remain parallel to the ground. The chassis tube provides a more consistent lift point.
What is the best rear lift point on a Polaris Xpedition with a Scissor Jack?
The chassis tube beneath the rocker panel is the preferred rear lift point. The rear suspension mount tube can also be used as an alternate.
How do I safely lift a Polaris Xpedition on the trail?
Move to flat ground whenever possible, place the vehicle in Park, chock a tire, and use a secondary support if you may need to work underneath the vehicle.
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