Can Am Commander Slip-On 11-13 Installation Instructions

Removal

Note:  Bed removal is necessary when installing this exhaust system.  This will require at least 2 people.  This is an in depth installation procedure which should only be completed by qualified individuals.

1) Tilt the bed to the dump position and disconnect the Tail Light Wire Harness and Zip Ties holding the harness to the frame.   Do not cut the zip ties as they are reuseable.(See Figure #1)

 

2) Lower and latch the bed.  Using (2)13MM wrenches, remove the top bolt from the bed strut. 

3) Use a 13MM wrench to remove the (4) Bed Pivot Clamp Nuts.  Remove the aluminum Dog Bone Plates and lower the Pivot Clamp Halves from each side. 

4) With assistance from another person, Unlatch the bed and remove it from the vehicle.  Be careful not to lose the Upper Pivot Clamp Halves.  Set the bed aside, being careful not to damage the Pivot Clamp Carriage Bolts and the Tail Light Wire Harness.

5) Use a 10MM wrench to remove the (4) Silencer Cover Bolts and remove the Silencer Cover.

6) Use a long piece of electrical wire to remove the (4) Silencer Inlet Springs. (See Figure #2)

7) Use (2)13MM wrenches to remove the (2) Silencer Mounting Bolts.  Remove the Silencer being careful not to misplace the original gasket.

Installation

1) Inspect the original gasket and replace if necessary.  

2) Position the HMF Slip-On Silencer in the original exhaust location.  Use the original nuts and bolts along with (4) Supplied Fender Washers (on each side of rubber bushings) to mount the Silencer to the Frame.

3) Using a long piece of electrical wire, install the (2) Supplied Springs between the Silencer Inlet and Collector Pipe.  The HMF exhaust will only require (2) springs.

4) Before replacing the bed, place the aluminum Dog Bone Plates above the Upper Pivot Clamp Halves.  (See Figure #3)

5) With help from another person, replace the bed and latch.  Install the Lower Pivot Clamp Halves, (4) supplied washers and original nuts.   Connect the Tail Light Wire Harness and fasten with the original zip ties.  Fasten the top of the bed strut to the bed.

6) Check for smooth bed movement and proper latch operation.  Inspect all areas around the exhaust to ensure proper alignment and clearances.