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TABLE OF CONTENTS ROCKSHOX SERVICE ......................................4 PART PREPARATION ..............................................4 SERVICE PROCEDURES ..............................................4 RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS ........................................6 RECORD YOUR SETTINGS ............................................6 TORQUE VALUES ................................................6 PARTS, TOOLS, AND SUPPLIES ..........................................7 EXPLODED VIEW - SIDLUXE ....................................8 EXPLODED VIEW - REMOTE OPTIONS ................................9 EXPLODED VIEW- LEVER ADJUST ...........................................10 EXPLODED VIEW- IN / OUT REMOTE ........................................
Information contained in this publication is subject to change at any time without prior notice. Your product's appearance may differ from the pictures contained in this publication. For recycling and environmental compliance information, please visit www.sram.com/company/environment. P a r t P r e p a r a t i o n Remove the component from the bicycle before service.
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To identify the model code, locate the serial number on the product and enter it into the Search by Model Name or Serial Number field at www.sram.com/service. W a r r a n t y a n d T r a d e m a r k For SRAM Warranty information, visit: www.sram.com/warranty. For SRAM Trademark information, visit: For SRAM Trademark information, visit: www.sram.com/website-terms-of-use www.sram.com/website-terms-of-use.
Regular service is required to keep your RockShox product working at peak performance. Follow this maintenance schedule and install the service parts included in each service kit that corresponds with the Service Hours Interval recommendation below. For spare part kit contents and details, refer to the RockShox Spare Parts Catalog at www.sram.com/service. Service Hours Interval...
• Socket Wrench: 14 mm • Strap wrench • Torque wrench Use ONLY RockShox, SRAM, and Maxima suspension oils/fluids and grease, unless otherwise specified. Use of any other lubricants can damage seals and decrease performance. ⚠ WARN ING Before disassembly or service of any air system remove the air pressure from all air chambers and remove the air valve cores, unless otherwise instructed.
E x p l o d e d V i e w - S I D L u x e Air fill cap High pressure valve core Air valve Rebound adjuster Lockout lever Volume equalizer- Standard eyelet only (Do not remove) Bottom plate Bottom out washer Bottom out bumper...
E x p l o d e d V i e w - R e m o t e O p t i o n s Cable hanger bolt Cable hanger Remote cable pulley stop Remote cable pulley Rebound adjuster Limit screw 2P/3P Remote: Out 2P/3P Remote: In...
E x p l o d e d V i e w - L e v e r A d j u s t Limit screw Inner cam bushing Lever Lever lock cam (2p) Outer cam bushing Lever lock cam (3p) Flat point screw Detent slider Eyelet (Ultimate shown)
E x p l o d e d V i e w - I n / O u t R e m o t e Remote Out Limit screw Limit screw Inner cam bushing Remote cable pulley Lock cam 2P Cable hanger screw Lock cam 3P Cable hanger...
E x p l o d e d V i e w - B a c k s i d e R e m o t e Limit screw Preloader Remote cable pulley Torsion spring Cam bushing Lock cam 2P Limit screw Lock cam 3P Cable hanger backside...
There are four damper options for the SIDLuxe: lever adjust, remote in, remote out, and backside remote. For spare part kit contents and details, consult the Rockshox Spare Parts Catalog at www.sram.com/service. Consult your frame manufacturer for remote routing and orientation of your rear shock. For remote cable and housing installation consult the Remotes User Manual at www.sram.com/service.
L e v e r R e m o v a l Loosen the lever limit screw. Remove the lever. 1.5 mm Remove the flat point screw from the frontside of the eyelet. Remove the limit screw from the backside of the eyelet. 2 mm 1.5 mm Remove the detent spring and preloader from the backside of the...
R e m o t e R e m o v a l - B a c k s i d e , I n , a n d O u t Remove the remote cable pulley limit screw. Remove the remote cable pulley. 1.5 mm 1.5 mm Backside...
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Remove the limit screw from the frontside of the eyelet. In / Out 2 mm Backside 2 mm In and Out: Remove the limit screw from the backside of the eyelet. Backside: Remove the cam bushing from the backside of the eyelet. For Backside, the cable hanger bolt is also the cam limit screw.
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Clean the eyelet. Verify the compression poker is not visible through the eyelet opening. If the compression poker is visible, release the air in the damper according to step 1 and push the poker down with a pick if still visible. Continue with the desired eyelet controls/damper installation for your shock: Lever Installation In/Out Remote Installation...
The procedure for 2P and 3P lever installation are the same. The 2P and 3P lever lock cams and valve cups are not interechangeable and require unique parts. Consult the RockShox Spare Parts Catalog at www.sram.com/service for parts. N OT ICE To change from a 2P to a 3P control/damper system, or vice versa, requires a different valve cup and new lever or remote cams.
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Install the flat point screw onto the top of the frontside of the eyelet until it is flush with the eyelet. 2 mm Install the lever. Install the lever limit screw until it bottoms out. 1.5 mm Pressurize the damper body. If you have the proper fill equipment, you may substitute air with nitrogen.
The procedure for 2P and 3P remote installation are the same. The 2P and 3P lock cams and valve cups are not interechangeable and require unique parts. Consult the RockShox Spare Parts Catalog at www.sram.com/service for parts. N OT ICE To change from a 2P to a 3P damper system, or vice versa, requires a different valve cup and new lever or remote cams.
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Rotate the preloader 360° clockwise until the hole is aligned with the hole in the eyelet again. Hold in place and install the limit screw until it is flush with the eyelet. 3 mm 360 ° 3 mm 1.5 mm Install the cable hanger.
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Install the damper air/nitrogen fill port cap. Schrader valve tool This concludes the eyelet controls/damper change for SIDLuxe. In/Out Remote Installation...
The procedure for 2P and 3P remote installation is the same. The 2P and 3P lock cams and valve cups are not interechangeable and require unique parts. Consult the RockShox Spare Parts Catalog at www.sram.com/service for parts. N OT ICE To change from a 2P to a 3P control/damper system, or vice versa, requires a different valve cup and new lever or remote cams.
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Rotate the preloader 360 degrees clockwise until the hole is aligned with the hole in the eyelet and cable hanger. Hold in place and install the cable hanger and cable hanger bolt limit screw. 2 mm 360° 2 mm / 2.5 mm 1 N.m (8 in-lb) Install the cam bushing.
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Install the damper air/nitrogen fill port cap. Schrader valve tool This concludes the eyelet controls/damper change for SIDLuxe. Backside Remote Installation...
S h o c k E y e l e t S e r v i c e M o u n t i n g H a r d w a r e a n d B u s h i n g S e r v i c e Prior to servicing the rear shock, remove it from the bicycle frame according to the bicycle manufacturer's instructions.
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Insert the threaded rod through the shaft eyelet until the push pin rests Insert the threaded rod through the shaft eyelet until the push pin rests against the bushing pin. against the bushing pin. Thread the large, open end of the catcher along the rod until it rests on Thread the large, open end of the catcher along the rod until it rests on the end spacer.
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Unthread the catcher from the threaded rod. Unthread the catcher from the threaded rod. Remove the end spacer and bushing pin from the tool. Remove the end spacer and bushing pin from the tool. Repeat steps 2-4 for the damper eyelet. Repeat steps 2-4 for the damper eyelet.
E y e l e t B u s h i n g R e m o v a l To replace damaged or worn out bushings, use the RockShox rear shock bushing removal/installation tool. Insert the threaded rod through the shaft eyelet until the base of the Insert the threaded rod through the shaft eyelet until the base of the push pin rests against the bushing.
S I D L u x e S e r v i c e Prior to servicing your rear shock, remove it from the bicycle frame according to the bicycle manufacturer's instructions. Once the shock is removed from the bicycle, remove the mounting hardware before performing any service (see the Shock Eyelet Service section).
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Clamp the shaft eyelet into a vise, with the shock positioned Clamp the shaft eyelet into a vise, with the shock positioned horizontally. horizontally. NOTI CE To prevent damage to the shock, use aluminium soft jaws and position the eyelet in the vise so that the remote cable stop and adjustment knobs are clear of the vise jaws.
B o t t o m l e s s T u n i n g Bottomless Tokens reduce air volume in your rear shock and create greater progression at the end of the shock's travel. Add or remove Tokens to tune your shock's bottomless feel. Bottomless Tokens (1) 1 Token or (1) 2 Token max 1 Token...
5 0 / 2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e A i r C a n S e r v i c e Remove the o-ring on the outside of the air can. Remove the o-ring on the outside of the air can.
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Pierce and remove the quad seal from the bottom of the second Pierce and remove the quad seal from the bottom of the second groove in the air can. groove in the air can. Clean the inside of the air can. Remove a glove and use your finger Clean the inside of the air can.
Orient the new wiper seal step side up. Install it into the wiper seal Orient the new wiper seal step side up. Install it into the wiper seal groove at the top of the air can. groove at the top of the air can. Apply a small amount of RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease to the quad Apply a small amount of RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease to the quad seal, backup ring, and wiper seal.
2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e D a m p e r B o d y S e r v i c e Remove the damper air/nitrogen fill port cap. Depress the Schrader Remove the damper air/nitrogen fill port cap.
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Remove the bleed screw, located in the seal head/air piston. Remove the bleed screw, located in the seal head/air piston. 2 mm Wrap a shop towel around the damper body. Wrap a shop towel around the damper body. Loosen the seal head/air piston assembly from the damper body and Loosen the seal head/air piston assembly from the damper body and remove the assembly.
2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e P i s t o n S e r v i c e Clamp the shaft eyelet into the vise. Clamp the shaft eyelet into the vise. NOTI CE Remote shocks: To prevent damage to the shock, use aluminium soft jaws and position the eyelet in the vise so that the remote cable stop...
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NOTI CE Keep all the parts together and set them aside. If changing the main piston tune, consult the RockShox Rear Shock Piston Tuning Guide at www.sram.com/service. Remove the seal head/air piston. Remove the seal head/air piston. Remove the bottom out bumper and the bottom out washer from the Remove the bottom out bumper and the bottom out washer from the damper shaft.
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Use a flat blade screwdriver to release the tabs on the green travel Use a flat blade screwdriver to release the tabs on the green travel spacer, if installed. Do not remove the red volume equalizer, if installed. spacer, if installed. Do not remove the red volume equalizer, if installed. Not all shocks have travel spacers or volume equalizers installed.
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Install the travel spacer, if included, then install the bottom out washer Install the travel spacer, if included, then install the bottom out washer and bottom out bumper. and bottom out bumper. Remove the shock from the vise. Remove the shock from the vise. Pierce and remove the internal seal o-ring located in the internal seal Pierce and remove the internal seal o-ring located in the internal seal gland of the seal head/air piston.
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Gently clamp the seal head into the vise. Push the compression ball out of the backside of the seal head through the bleed port. Do not replace the compression ball at this time; you will replace it later. Do not reuse the compression ball. 1.5 mm Clamp the shaft eyelet into a vise and install the Clamp the shaft eyelet into a vise and install the seal head/air piston...
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Install the main piston assembly into the damper shaft. Install the main piston assembly into the damper shaft. The open piston can only be installed one way; rotate the open piston The open piston can only be installed one way; rotate the open piston until it settles into place on the shaft.
Consult the RockShox Spare Parts Catalog at change. Consult the RockShox Spare Parts Catalog at www.sram.com/service www.sram.com/service for part numbers. for part numbers. NOTI CE To change from a 2P to a 3P damper system, or vice versa, requires a different valve cup and new lever or remote cams.
2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e I F P a n d D a m p e r B o d y S e r v i c e Wrap a shop towel around the end of the damper body. Thread the SIDLuxe air valve adapter tool into a shock pump.
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Install the IFP into the damper body with the stepped side visible. Use the SIDLuxe IFP Height Tool to push the IFP to the depth specified in the table below. Make sure the damper Schrader valve core is removed from the damper body.
2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e S h o c k A s s e m b l y a n d B l e e d Clamp the damper body into the SIDLuxe Body Vise Block. Tighten the vise firmly enough so that the IFP cannot move in the damper body.
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Tighten the seal head/air piston. Install the crowfoot onto the torque wrench at a 90° angle to the Install the crowfoot onto the torque wrench at a 90° angle to the handle to ensure an accurate torque reading. handle to ensure an accurate torque reading. 19 mm (≤0.25 inches thick) 28 N·m (250 in-lb) Allow air bubbles to escape from the bleed port in the seal head.
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Install the damper air/nitrogen fill port cap. Schrader valve tool Remove the shock from the vise. Spray the damper assembly with isopropyl alcohol and clean it with Spray the damper assembly with isopropyl alcohol and clean it with a shop towel. a shop towel.
5 0 / 2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e A i r C a n I n s t a l l a t i o n Clamp the shaft eyelet into a vise, with the shock positioned Clamp the shaft eyelet into a vise, with the shock positioned horizontally.
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Remove the shock from the vise. Turn it over and clamp the damper body eyelet in the vise. Stabilize the air can with a strap wrench to prevent it from rotating. Tighten the air can. 13 mm 10 N·m (90 in-lb) Remove the shock from the vise.
S h o c k E y e l e t A s s e m b l y E y e l e t B u s h i n g I n s t a l l a t i o n Apply a light layer of grease to the outside of the new bushing.
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Insert the threaded rod through the bushing pin then through the shaft Insert the threaded rod through the bushing pin then through the shaft eyelet so that the bushing pin is positioned between the push pin and eyelet so that the bushing pin is positioned between the push pin and the eyelet.
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Press an end spacer, large diameter side first, onto each end of the Press an end spacer, large diameter side first, onto each end of the bushing pin. bushing pin. Reinstall the shock to your bicycle frame according to the bicycle manufacturer's instructions.
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