2018-2022

SUPER DELUXE

SERVICE MANUAL

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 SAFETY FIRST!
We care about YOU. Please, always wear your safety glasses and
protective gloves when servicing RockShox products.
Protect yourself! Wear your safety gear!
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ROCKSHOX SERVICE...........................................................................................................................................................................................4
PART PREPARATION .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
SERVICE PROCEDURES..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
MODEL CODE IDENTIFICATION..................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
WARRANTY AND TRADEMARK....................................................................................................................................................................................................................5

GETTING STARTED...............................................................................................................................................................................................6
RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS.....................................................................................................................................................................................................6
RECORD YOUR SETTINGS.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
TORQUE VALUES..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................6

EXPLODED VIEW..................................................................................................................................................................................................8

EXPLODED VIEW - RTR / ULTIMATE REMOTE.................................................................................................................................................9

EXPLODED VIEW - BEARING MOUNT..............................................................................................................................................................9

ROCKSHOX SUSPENSION SERVICE...............................................................................................................................................................10

REMOTE CABLE AND HOUSING REMOVAL - RTR / ULTIMATE REMOTE ONLY......................................................................................10

PARTS, TOOLS, AND SUPPLIES.................................................................................................................................................................................................................10
REMOTE CABLE AND HOUSING REMOVAL.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 10

SHOCK EYELET SERVICE...................................................................................................................................................................................11

MOUNTING HARDWARE AND BUSHING SERVICE.............................................................................................................................................................................. 11
PARTS, TOOLS, AND SUPPLIES.................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
MOUNTING HARDWARE REMOVAL.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
EYELET BUSHING REPLACEMENT........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
BEARING MOUNT SERVICE......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
PARTS, TOOLS, AND SUPPLIES................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
BEARING REMOVAL....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
BEARING INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 16
DAMPER BODY EYELET BEARING HOUSING ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT................................................................................................................................. 18

SUPER DELUXE SERVICE..................................................................................................................................................................................19

PARTS, TOOLS AND SUPPLIES.................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 19
50/200 HOUR SERVICE
AIR CAN REMOVAL....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
BOTTOMLESS TUNING................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 23
AIR CAN SERVICE.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
200 HOUR SERVICE
IFP RESERVOIR SERVICE............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 28
REMOTE SPRING REPLACEMENT - RTR / ULTIMATE REMOTE ONLY........................................................................................................................................... 34
DAMPER BODY SERVICE..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................37
PISTON SERVICE............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 38
SHOCK ASSEMBLY AND BLEED............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
50/200 HOUR SERVICE
AIR CAN INSTALLATION.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 53

SHOCK EYELET ASSEMBLY............................................................................................................................................................................. 55

EYELET BUSHING INSTALLATION........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 55
MOUNTING HARDWARE INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................................................................................... 56

REMOTE CABLE AND HOUSING INSTALLATION - RTR / ULTIMATE REMOTE ONLY............................................................................ 58

PARTS, TOOLS, AND SUPPLIES................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 58
 RockShox Service
We recommend that you have your RockShox suspension serviced by a qualified bicycle mechanic. Servicing RockShox suspension requires
knowledge of suspension components, as well as the use of specialized tools and lubricants/fluids. Failure to follow the procedures outlined in this
service manual may cause damage to your component and void the warranty.
Visit www.sram.com/service for the latest RockShox Spare Parts catalog and technical information. For order information, please contact your local
SRAM distributor or dealer.
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.

Part Preparation
Remove the component from the bicycle before service.
Disconnect and remove the remote cable or hydraulic hose from the fork or rear shock, if applicable. For additional information about RockShox
remotes, user manuals are available at www.sram.com/service.
Clean the exterior of the product with mild soap and water to avoid contamination of internal sealing part surfaces.

Service Procedures
The following procedures should be performed throughout service, unless otherwise specified.

Clean the part with RockShox Suspension Cleaner or isopropyl alcohol and a
clean, lint-free shop towel.
Clean the sealing surface on the part and inspect it for scratches.

Replace the o-ring or seal with a new one from the service kit. Use your
fingers or a pick to pierce and remove the old seal or o-ring.
Apply RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease to the new seal or o-ring. If a brush is
used to apply grease, confirm there are no loose bristles in the grease or on
the part.

NOTICE
Do not scratch any sealing surfaces when servicing the product. Scratches
can cause leaks. Consult the spare parts catalog to replace the damaged
part.

To prevent damage to the shock, use aluminum soft jaws and position the Specified torque value in N·m (in-lb)
eyelet in the vise so that the adjustment knobs are clear of the
vise jaws. For bearing mount shocks, wrap a shop towel around the eyelet,
then clamp the eyelet flat into the vise.
Tighten the part with a torque wrench to the torque value listed in the red bar.
When using a crowfoot socket and torque wrench, install the crowfoot socket
at 90 degrees to the torque wrench.

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 Model Code Identification
Product model code and specification details can be identified with the serial number on the product. Model codes can be used to identify the
product type, series name, model name, and product version associated with the production model year. Product details can be used to identify spare
parts, service kit, and lubricant compatibility.
Model Code example: RS-SDLX-ULT-B2
RS = Product Type - Rear Suspension
SDLX = Platform/Series - Super Deluxe
ULT = Model - Ultimate
B2 = Version - (B - second generation, 2 - second iteration)
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.

Wa r r a n t y a n d Tr a d e m a r k
For SRAM Warranty information, visit: www.sram.com/warranty.
For SRAM Trademark information, visit: www.sram.com/website-terms-of-use.

Model Code Identification 5

 Getting Started

Recommended Service Intervals

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 Maintenance Benefit

Extends wiper seal lifespan
Every ride Clean dirt from shock damper body Minimizes damage to shock damper body
Minimizes air can contamination
Reduces friction
Every 50 Hours Perform air can service
Restores small bump sensitivity
Extends suspension lifespan
Every 200 Hours Perform damper and spring service
Restores damping performance

R e c o r d Yo u r S e t t i n g s
Use the charts below to record your shock settings to return your shock to its pre-service settings. Record your service date to track service intervals.

Rebound setting - count

the number of clicks while
Service Hours Interval Date of Service Air Pressure
turning the rebound adjuster
fully counter-clockwise.
50
100
150
200

To r q u e Va l u e s

Part Tool Torque

13 mm crowfoot
(standard eyelet)
29 mm crowfoot
Air can (shaft eyelet) 10 N•m (90 in-lb)
(bearing eyelet)
54 mm crowfoot
(trunnion mount)
Piston nut 12 mm socket wrench 6.8 N•m (60 in-lb)
Seal head/air piston 21 mm crowfoot 28 N•m (248 in-lb)
Ferrule lock screw (RTR / Ultimate Remote only) 2 mm hex 0.8 N•m (7 in-lb)
Cable spool cap (RTR / Ultimate Remote only) 3 mm hex 0.8 N•m (7 in-lb)
Cable set screw (RTR / Ultimate Remote only) 2 mm hex 0.9 N•m (8 in-lb)
Cable hanger screw (RTR / Ultimate Remote only) 2 mm hex 0.5 N•m (4 in-lb)
Remote screw (RTR / Ultimate Remote only) T10 TORX 1.3 N•m (12 in-lb)
Cap screw (RTR / Ultimate Remote only) 3 mm 2.1-2.5 N•m (18-22 in-lb)
IFP Reservoir 31 mm crowfoot 8 N•m (70 in-lb)

Getting Started 6
C o m p r e h e n s i v e P a r t s , To o l s , a n d S u p p l i e s L i s t
Parts Bicycle Tools
• Super Deluxe (A1-B2) Service Kit - 50 hours • High pressure shock pump - 600 psi
• Super Deluxe (A1-B2) Service Kit - 200 hours • Schrader valve core tool
• Super Deluxe Remote (A1-B2) Service Kit - 200 hours Common Tools
• Rear Shock Bearing Kit • Adjustable wrench
Safety and Protection Supplies • Bearing press tool: 22 mm (OD) x 10 mm (ID)
• Apron • Bench vise with aluminum soft jaws and grooved soft jaws
• Clean, lint-free shop towels • Cable and housing cutters
• Nitrile gloves • Crowfoot sockets: 13 mm, 21 mm, 29 mm, 31 mm, 54 mm
• Oil pan • Hammer
• Safety glasses • Hex bit sockets: 2 mm, 3 mm
Lubricants and Oils • Hex wrenches: 1.5 mm, 2 mm, 3 mm, 5 mm
• Isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner • Metric caliper or small metric ruler
• Maxima Extra 15w50 or Maxima PLUSH Dynamic Suspension Lube Light - • Open end wrenches: 5 mm, 13 mm (x2), 21 mm, 29 mm, 31 mm, 54 mm
(included in service kits) • Pick
• Maxima PLUSH 7wt or RockShox 7wt suspension oil • Pliers
• RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease - included in service kits • Small diameter punch
RockShox Tools • Socket wrench: 12 mm
• RockShox Air Valve Adapter Tool - Rear Shock (red adapter) • Strap wrench
• RockShox 1/2" x 1/2" rear shock bushing removal/installation tool • T10 TORX wrench and bit socket
• RockShox IFP Height Tool - Super Deluxe • Torque wrench
• RockShox Rear Shock Vise Blocks - 3-Hole

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.

Comprehensive Parts, Tools, and Supplies List 7

 Exploded View

Shaft eyelet

Bushing

Compression adjuster knob Rebound

(RCT / Ultimate / RC / Ultimate DH)
adjuster knob

Compression/Threshold lever
(RCT / Ultimate / RC3 / Select+)

Air can
Reservoir mount

Bottom out washer

and o-ring

Check Spring
(RTR / Ultimate Remote / Select+)

Check Shim
(RTR / Ultimate Remote / Select+)
Seal head / air piston

Compression assembly

Main piston

Main piston nut

IFP reservoir Counter Measure

IFP (Internal Floating Piston)

IFP bleed screw

Retaining ring Sag indicator o-ring

IFP reservoir cap

Damper body

IFP reservoir valve cap

Damper body bleed screw

Damper body eyelet

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Exploded View - RTR / Ultimate Remote

Cap screw

Travel limit screw

Spring tang

Cam housing
Threaded ferrule
Spring Cable hanger screw

Spring tang
Ferrule lock screw

Cam

Cable hanger

Cable set screw

Cable spool
Remote screw

Cable spool cap

Exploded View - Bearing Mount

Dust cover

Bearing
Shaft eyelet Damper body

Spacer
Bearing

Dust cover
Bearing

Bearing housing Bearing

Dust cover

Cap Screws

Exploded View - RTR / Ultimate Remote 9

 Remote Cable and Housing Removal - RTR / Ultimate Remote Only
Prior to servicing the rear shock, remove the remote cable and housing from the shock, then remove the shock from the bicycle frame according to
the bicycle manufacturer's instructions. Replace the cable and housing after performing shock service (see the Remote Cable and Housing Installation
- RTR / Ultimate Remote Only section).

P a r t s , To o l s , a n d S u p p l i e s
Safety and Protection Supplies Common Tools
• Safety glasses • Cable and housing cutters
• Nitrile gloves • Hex wrenches: 2 mm, 3 mm

Remote Cable and Housing Removal

1 Remove the cable spool cap.

3 mm

2 Loosen the cable set screw, then cut the cable. Cable and housing cutters
Loosen the ferrule lock screw. Remove the threaded ferrule, housing,
and cable from the cable bracket.
Discard the threaded ferrule, cable, and housing.

2 mm

2 mm

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 Shock Eyelet Service

Mounting Hardware and Bushing Service

Prior to servicing the 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. Replace bushings as needed.

P a r t s , To o l s , a n d S u p p l i e s
Parts RockShox Tools
• Super Deluxe Service Kit (A1-B2) - 50 hours • RockShox 1/2" x 1/2" rear shock bushing removal/installation tool
• Super Deluxe Service Kit (A1-B2) - 200 hours Lubricants and Oils
• Super Deluxe Remote Service Kit (A1-B2) - 200 hours • RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease
Safety and Protection Supplies Common Tools
• Apron • Adjustable wrench
• Clean, lint-free rags • Bench vise with aluminum soft jaws
• Nitrile gloves • Open end wrenches: 13 mm (x2)
• Safety glasses

Mounting Hardware Removal

NOTICE
To prevent damage to the shock use aluminum soft jaws and position the eyelet in the vise so that the adjustment knobs are clear of the vise jaws.

Some mounting hardware is easily removed using only your fingers.

Try to remove the end spacers with your fingernail or small screwdriver,
then push the bushing pin out of the bushing. If this works, continue to
the next section.
If you are unable to remove the mounting hardware using your fingers,
use the RockShox rear shock bushing removal/installation tool.

Catcher Push pin

Threaded rod

Rear shock bushing removal/installation tool

1 Thread the small end of the push pin onto the threaded rod until the
rod is flush or slightly protrudes from the hex-shaped end of the
push pin.

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2 Insert the threaded rod through the shaft eyelet until the push pin rests
against the bushing pin.
Thread the large, open end of the catcher along the rod until it rests on
the end spacer.

3 Hold the catcher secure with a 13 mm open end or adjustable wrench.

Use a second 13 mm or adjustable wrench to thread the push pin along
the rod until it stops against the end spacer.

NOTICE
Do not scratch the air can as you turn the wrench.

Unthread the push pin from the threaded rod to remove the end spacer
and the bushing pin if it slides out easily.

13 mm 13 mm

4 If the bushing pin did not remove easily, unthread the push pin from
the threaded rod to remove the end spacer, then reinstall the push pin
onto the threaded rod.
Thread the large, open end of the catcher along the rod until it rests
against the shaft eyelet.
Use a 13 mm wrench to thread the push pin along the rod until it stops
against the eyelet shaft.
Unthread the push pin from the threaded rod to remove the bushing
pin.

13 mm 13 mm

5 Unthread the catcher from the threaded rod.

Remove the end spacer and bushing pin from the tool.
Repeat steps 2-5 for the damper eyelet.
Set the mounting hardware aside until you have finished servicing
the shock.

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 Eyelet Bushing Replacement
To replace damaged or worn out bushings, use the RockShox rear shock bushing removal/installation tool.

1 Insert the threaded rod through the shaft eyelet until the base of the
push pin rests against the bushing.
Thread the large, open end of the catcher onto the rod until it rests on
the eyelet.

2 Hold the catcher secure with a 13 mm open end or adjustable wrench.

Use a second 13 mm wrench to thread the push pin along the rod until
the push pin pushes the eyelet bushing out of the eyelet.

13 mm 13 mm

3 Unthread the catcher from the threaded rod. Remove the tool from the
shaft eyelet and discard the bushing.
Repeat steps 1-3 for the damper body eyelet.
Set the RockShox rear shock bushing removal/installation tool aside
until you have finished servicing your shock.

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 Bearing Mount Service
Replace the bearings if they are not spinning freely, or if they are making a creaking noise.

P a r t s , To o l s , a n d S u p p l i e s
Parts Common Tools
• Rear Shock Eyelet Bearing Kit - With Spacers • Bearing press tool: 22 mm (OD) x 10 mm (ID)
• Rear Shock Eyelet Bearing Kit (includes damper body eyelet bearing • Bench wise with aluminum soft jaws
housing assembly) • Hammer
Safety and Protection Supplies • Small diameter punch
• Clean, lint-free shop towels
• Nitrile gloves
• Safety glasses

Bearing Removal

1 Remove the dust cover.

2 To prevent damage to the air valve, remove the bearing on the side
opposite of the air valve first. Place a punch against the back of the
opposite bearing, and tap out the bearing.

Hammer Punch

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3 Turn the shock over and place the punch against the back of the other
bearing, and tap out the bearing.

NOTICE
Do not damage the air valve when tapping out the bearing.

Punch Hammer

4 Spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner in the

bearing bores and clean them with a rag.

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Bearing Installation

1 Install a new bearing into one bearing bore, then clamp the eyelet and
bearing into a vise with soft jaws. Press the bearing into the bearing
22 mm (OD) x 10 mm (ID) bearing press tool

bore until it is flush with the eyelet.

Loosen the vise, and align the bearing press tool with the bearing, then
tighten the vise. Press the bearing into the bearing bore until it stops.

NOTICE
Do not overtighten the bearing. Overtightening can damage the
bearing and cause it to malfunction.

To prevent damage to the bearing, make sure that the bearing press
tool contacts both the inner and outer races of the bearing.

Bearing press tool

2 Insert a new spacer into the eyelet, then install a new bearing into the
other bearing bore. Clamp the eyelet and bearing into a vise with soft
jaws, then press the bearing into the bearing bore until it is flush with
the eyelet.
Loosen the vise, and align the bearing press tool with the bearing, then
tighten the vise. Press the bearing into the bearing bore until it stops.

NOTICE
Do not overtighten the bearing. Overtightening can damage the
bearing and cause it to malfunction.

To prevent damage to the bearing, make sure that the bearing press Bearing press tool
tool contacts both the inner and outer races of the bearing.

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3 Remove the shock from the vise. The bearings should sit approximately
1 mm below the outer edge of the bearing bore. Reinstall dust covers
before installing the shock on the bicycle.

Bearing Installation 17
Damper Body Eyelet Bearing Housing Assembly Replacement

1 Loosen the cap screws and remove the bearing assembly from the
shock.
The dust covers may fall off. This is normal.

3 mm

NOTICE
If you are completing the 50 or 200 hour service, set the bearing assembly aside until service is complete. The air can cannot be removed with the
bearing assembly installed.

2 Install the new bearing assembly and screws onto the shock. Tighten
the cap screws to 6.2 N·m (55 in-lb).
3 mm 6.2 N•m (55 in-lb)

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 Super Deluxe Service
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 Mounting Hardware And Bushing Service section).

P a r t s , To o l s a n d S u p p l i e s
Parts Bicycle Tools
• Super Deluxe Service Kit (A1-B2) - 50 hours • Schrader valve core tool
• Super Deluxe Service Kit (A1-B2) - 200 hours • High Pressure Shock Pump - 600 psi
• Super Deluxe Remote Service Kit (A1-B2) - 200 hours Common Tools
Safety and Protection Supplies • Bench vise with aluminum soft jaws and grooved soft jaws
• Apron • Crowfoot sockets: 13 mm, 21 mm, 29 mm, 31 mm, 54 mm
• Clean, lint-free shop towels • Hex bit sockets: 2 mm, 3 mm
• Nitrile gloves • Hex wrenches: 1.5 mm, 2 mm, 3 mm, and 5 mm
• Oil pan • Metric caliper or small metric ruler
• Safety glasses • Open end wrenches: 5 mm, 13 mm (x2), 21 mm, 29 mm, 31 mm, 54 mm
Lubricants and Oils • Pick
• Isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner • Pliers
• Maxima Extra 15w50 or Maxima PLUSH Dynamic Suspension Lube Light • Socket wrench: 12 mm
(included in service kits) • Strap wrench
• Maxima PLUSH 7wt or RockShox 7wt suspension oil • T10 TORX wrench and bit socket
• RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease - Included in Service Kits • Torque wrench
RockShox Tools
• RockShox Air Valve Adapter Tool - Rear Shock
• RockShox IFP Height Tool - Super Deluxe
• RockShox Rear Shock Vise Blocks - 3-Hole

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.

⚠ WARNING
Before disassembly or service of any air system, remove the air pressure from all air chambers and remove the air valve cores.
If your shock will not return to full extension, do not attempt to service or disassemble your shock. Attempting to service a shock that will not return
to full extension can cause severe and/or fatal injuries.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Always wear safety glasses and nitrile gloves when working with suspension oil.
Place an oil pan on the floor underneath the area where you will be working on the shock.

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 50/200 Hour Service Air Can Removal

NOTICE
When replacing seals and o-rings, use your fingers or a pick to remove the
seal or o-ring. Spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner
on each part and clean with a rag. Apply grease to the new seal or o-ring.
Only use RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease when servicing RockShox
shocks.
To prevent damage to the shock use aluminum soft jaws and position the
eyelet in the vise so that the adjustment knobs are clear of the vise jaws.
For bearing mount shocks, wrap a rag around the eyelet, then clamp the
eyelet flat into the vise.
Inspect each part for scratches. Do not scratch any sealing surfaces when
servicing your suspension. Scratches can cause leaks.

1 To record your adjustment settings, turn the rebound adjuster knob

counter-clockwise until it stops, while counting the number of detent
clicks. This will assist you with post-service set up.

Ultimate / RCT: Turn the compression adjuster knob counter-clockwise Ultimate / RCT
until it stops, then turn the threshold lever to the unlocked position.

Ultimate / RCT

Select+ / RC3: Turn the compression/threshold lever to the unlocked Ultimate DH / RC

position.
Ultimate DH / RC: Turn the compression adjuster knob counter-
clockwise until it stops.

Select+ / RC3

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2 Record your air pressure setting to assist with post-service set up.
Remove the air valve cap by hand. Use a small hex wrench to lightly
depress the Schrader valve and slowly release all air pressure from the
air can.

⚠ CAUTION - EYE HAZARD

Do not disassemble a pressurized shock, this can cause suspension
oil or debris to forcefully eject from the shock. Wear safety glasses.

Slowly release the air from the air can to make sure the air is removed
from both chambers. Quickly releasing the air can trap air in the
negative chamber and cause the air can to forcefully eject from the
shock upon disassembly.

Use a Schrader valve core tool to remove and reinstall the valve core
from the valve body to make sure all air has been removed.

Schrader valve tool

3 Clamp the shaft eyelet into a vise, with the shock positioned
horizontally.

4 Remove the sag indicator.

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5 Insert a rag through the damper body eyelet to prevent the air can
from forcefully ejecting from the shock.

⚠ CAUTION- EYE HAZARD

The air can may still have air pressure in the negative chamber,
which may cause the air can to forcefully eject from the shock upon
disassembly. Wear safety glasses.

6 Use a strap wrench to remove the air can. Wrap the strap around the
section of the air can furthest from the shaft eyelet. Turn the wrench
counter-clockwise to unthread the air can.

NOTICE
Do not place the strap wrench on the air can decal.

Once it is completely unthreaded, slowly pull the air can along the
damper body to remove it and the Counter Measure.
Remove the rag from the damper body eyelet.
Vacuum pressure will increase as you pull the air can along the
damper body, and will suddenly release when the air can is pulled
over the air piston. Strap Wrench

Counter Measure

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B o t t o m l e s s Tu n i n g
Bottomless Tokens and Gnar Dog Tokens reduce air volume in your Gnar Dog Token
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.
Gnar Dog Tokens are equivalent to 2.5 Bottomless Tokens.

Bottomless Tokens 3 Tokens Max

Gnar Dog Token 1 Gnar Dog Token + 2 Bottomless Tokens Max

Bottomless Tokens

Bottomless Tokens: Clamp the shaft eyelet into the vise. Bottomless Tokens
Move the bottom out washer and o-ring away from the shaft eyelet,
then snap the token onto the damper shaft with the tabbed side facing
the air valve. Slide the token down the damper shaft until it contacts
the other tokens or the eyelet. Slide the bottom out washer and o-ring
onto the tokens.
Install up to three Bottomless Tokens.

Bottomless Tokens

Gnar Dog Token: Clamp the shaft eyelet into the vise. Gnar Dog Token
Remove any existing tokens from the eyelet. Move the bottom out
washer and o-ring away from the shaft eyelet, then snap the Gnar Dog
Token onto the damper shaft with the flat side facing out of the eyelet.
Slide the token down the damper shaft until it contacts the eyelet.
Only one Gnar Dog Token may be installed. If one Gnar Dog Token
is installed, a maximum of two additional Bottomless Tokens can be
installed. Slide the bottom out washer and o-ring onto the tokens.

NOTICE
The Gnar Dog Token must be the first token installed into the eyelet.
Any additional Bottomless Tokens must be installed after the Gnar
Dog Token is installed. Gnar Dog Token

Token Removal: Clamp the shaft eyelet into the vise.

Move the bottom out washer and o-ring away from the shaft eyelet.
Use a pick to separate the token from the other tokens or the shaft
eyelet, then remove the token from the shaft.

NOTICE
Do not scratch the damper shaft, shaft eyelet, or the eyelet o-ring.
Scratches can cause leaks.

Pick

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 50/200 Hour Service Air Can Service

NOTICE
When replacing seals and o-rings, use your fingers or a pick to remove the
seal or o-ring. Spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner
on each part and clean with a rag. Apply grease to the new seal or o-ring.
Only use RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease when servicing RockShox Super
Deluxe rear shocks.
Inspect each part for scratches. Do not scratch any sealing surfaces when
servicing your suspension. Scratches can cause leaks.

1 Remove the o-ring on the outside of the air can.

Spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner on the air
can threads and eyelet body threads and clean them with a rag.
Install a new o-ring.

2 Remove the air can wiper seal located in the top groove.

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3 Remove the backup ring from the second groove inside the air can.

4 Pierce and remove the quad seal from the bottom of the second
groove in the air can.

5 Spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner inside the

air can and clean it with a rag. Remove a glove and use your finger
to inspect the inside and outside of the air can for scratches, dents,
or other surface deformations. Replace the air can if it is scratched or
damaged.

6 Install the quad seal by inserting one end into the deepest groove in
the air can, then push the remainder of the ring into the groove.

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7 Install the backup ring by inserting one end into the air can, then push
the remainder of the ring into the can, so that it rests on top of the
quad seal.

8 Orient the new wiper seal step side up. Install it into the wiper seal
groove at the top of the air can.

9 Apply a thin layer of grease to the quad seal, backup ring, and wiper
seal.
Set the air can aside.

RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease

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10 Remove the seal head/air piston seal and glide rings.
Spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner on the seal
head/air piston and clean it with a rag.
Install the thick glide ring onto the seal head/air piston, chamfered/
tapered side oriented away from the quad ring seal. Install the thin
glide ring above quad ring seal.

✓ ×

To continue with the 50 Hour Service go to Air Can Installation.

To continue with the 200 Hour Service go to IFP Reservoir Service.

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 200 Hour Service IFP Reservoir Service

NOTICE
When replacing seals and o-rings, use your fingers or a pick to remove the
seal or o-ring. Spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner
on each part and clean with a rag. Apply grease to the new seal or o-ring.
Only use RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease when servicing RockShox
shocks.
To prevent damage to the shock use aluminum soft jaws and position the
eyelet in the vise so that the adjustment knobs are clear of the vise jaws.
For bearing mount shocks, wrap a rag around the eyelet, then clamp the
eyelet flat into the vise.
Inspect each part for scratches. Do not scratch any sealing surfaces when
servicing your suspension. Scratches can cause leaks.

1 RTR / Ultimate Remote: Remove the remote screw and the cable
spool.

T10 TORX

Loosen the cable hanger screw and remove the cable hanger.

2 mm

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2 Clamp the shaft eyelet into the vise.
Use a Schrader valve tool to remove the IFP reservoir valve cap. Use a
small hex wrench or pick to depress the Schrader valve and release all
air pressure from the IFP reservoir.
Once the pressure has been released, depress the Schrader valve a
second time. If the Schrader valve is able to move, the shock has been
completely depressurized.
If the Schrader valve does not move at all, the shock is still
pressurized and will need to be sent to an authorized RockShox
service center for further service.

⚠ CAUTION - EYE HAZARD

Verify all pressure is removed from the shock before proceeding.
Failure to do so can cause the damper body to separate from the
shaft eyelet at a high velocity. Wear safety glasses.
Do not remove the damper body bleed screw from the damper body
eyelet until instructed to do so. Removing the damper body bleed
screw while the shock is pressurized will result in oil being forcefully
ejected from the bleed port. Wear safety glasses.

3 Use a Schrader valve tool to remove the Schrader valve core from the
IFP reservoir valve.
Do not discard the Schrader valve core.

4 Clamp the eyelet vertically into the vise. Push the IFP reservoir cap into
the reservoir until it stops.

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5 Remove the retaining ring from the IFP reservoir.

⚠ CAUTION - EYE HAZARD

The retaining ring can eject rapidly as it is removed. Wear safety
glasses.

Do not scratch the inside of the IFP reservoir.

6 Remove the IFP reservoir cap from the IFP reservoir.

7 Remove the IFP reservoir cap o-ring.

Install a new o-ring.

8 Loosen the IFP reservoir from the eyelet.

Remove the shock from the vise, hold it over an oil pan, and turn the
shock over to remove the IFP reservoir by hand.
Oil will spill from the IFP reservoir when it is removed. Pour the oil into
an oil pan.

31 mm

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9 Push the IFP out of the IFP reservoir.

10 Remove the IFP bleed screw.

T10 TORX

11 Remove the IFP o-ring.

Install a new o-ring.

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12 RTR / Ultimate Remote / Select+ / RC3: Pull on the piston nut while
rocking it from side-to-side to remove the compression assembly from
RTR / Ultimate Remote / Select+

the IFP reservoir mount and set it aside.

RTR / Ultimate Remote / Select+

RC3

RC3

Ultimate / RCT/ Ultimate DH / RC: Remove the compression assembly Ultimate / RCT / Ultimate DH / RC
from the IFP reservoir mount and set it aside.

Ultimate / RCT / Ultimate DH / RC

RTR / Ultimate Remote / Select+: Remove the check spring and check
shim and set them aside.
The check shim may be stuck to the bottom of the compression
assembly. Remove as needed.

RTR / Ultimate Remote / Select+

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13 Soak up excess oil in the IFP reservoir mount.

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 200 Hour Service Re m o t e S p r i n g Re p l a c e m e n t - R T R / U l t i m a t e Re m o t e O n l y

1 Loosen the cap screw from the reservoir and remove the remote
subassembly from the reservoir.

3 mm

2 Clean the cam assembly.

3 Clamp grooved soft jaws into a vise. Gently clamp the cam into the
groove in the soft jaws.
Preload the spring clockwise until it stops, then remove the travel
limit screw. Carefully unload the spring and pull the cam from the cam
housing.

⚠ CAUTION
If not unloaded slowly, the spring can reset rapidly, causing the hex
wrench to eject from the cam assembly.

Grooved soft jaws

5 mm

1.5 mm 5 mm

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4 Remove the spring from the cam and clean the cam with a rag.

NOTICE
Do not spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner on
the cam when o-rings are installed. Isopropyl alcohol can cause the
o-rings to become brittle and break.

5 Apply a thick layer of grease to the cam.

RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease

6 Apply a thick layer of grease to the inside and outside of the new
remote spring, then install the spring onto the cam with the spring tang
in the spring tang hole.

RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease

7 Install the cam and spring into the cam housing, and rotate the cam
until the spring tang falls into the tang hole. The cam should be flush
with the end of the cam housing.

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8 Preload the spring clockwise until the threaded hole in the cam aligns
with the hole in the cam housing, then install the travel limit screw and
T10mm
1.5 TORX 1.1 N•m (10 in-lb)
5 mm

tighten until the screw is flush. Carefully unload the spring.

Place tension on the spring by preloading and unloading it to ensure it
has been installed correctly.

⚠ CAUTION
If not unloaded slowly, the spring can reset rapidly, causing the hex
wrench to eject from the cam assembly.

5 mm
5 mm

5 mm

9 Spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner on the

remote subassembly and clean it with a rag.

10 Install the remote subassembly into the reservoir mount. The machined
flat will only allow the remote subassembly to be installed one way.
3 mm 2.1-2.5 N•m (18-22 in-lb)

Use a torque wrench with a 3 mm hex bit socket to tighten the cap
screw to 2.1-2.5 N•m (18-22 in-lb).

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 200 Hour Service Damper Body Service

NOTICE
When replacing seals and o-rings, use your fingers or a pick to remove the
seal or o-ring. Spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner
on each part and clean with a rag. Apply grease to the new seal or o-ring.
Only use RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease when servicing RockShox
shocks.
To prevent damage to the shock use aluminum soft jaws and position the
eyelet in the vise so that the adjustment knobs are clear of the
vise jaws. For bearing mount shocks, wrap a rag around the eyelet, then
clamp the eyelet flat into the vise.
Inspect each part for scratches. Do not scratch any sealing surfaces when
servicing your suspension. Scratches can cause leaks.

1 Clamp the damper body eyelet into a vice.

Wrap a rag around the damper body.
Loosen and remove the seal head/air piston assembly from the damper
body.

⚠ CAUTION - EYE HAZARD

If oil is foaming from the damper body when the seal head/air piston
is loosened, the IFP seal has failed and the oil inside the damper is
pressurized. This can cause the seal head/air piston assembly and
damper oil to forcefully eject from the damper body. Cover the seal
head/air piston assembly with a rag and slowly loosen the assembly
to allow the pressurized oil to leak out between the damper body and
seal head/air piston assembly. 21 mm

Oil will spill from the damper body.

2 Remove the damper body from the vise and pour the oil into an oil pan.

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 200 Hour Service Piston Service

NOTICE
When replacing seals and o-rings, use your fingers or a pick to remove the
seal or o-ring. Spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner
on each part and clean with a rag. Apply grease to the new seal or o-ring.
Only use RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease when servicing RockShox
shocks.
To prevent damage to the shock use aluminum soft jaws and position the
eyelet in the vise so that the adjustment knobs are clear of the vise jaws.
For bearing mount shocks, wrap a rag around the eyelet, then clamp the
eyelet flat into the vise.
Inspect each part for scratches. Do not scratch any sealing surfaces when
servicing your suspension. Scratches can cause leaks.

1 Spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner on the shaft

assembly and clean it with a rag.

21 Clamp the damper shaft into the 1/2 inch slot on the RockShox Rear
Shock Vise Block.
Do not remove the damper shaft from the eyelet.

NOTICE
To prevent damage to the seal head/air piston, position the shaft in
the vise so that the piston and IFP reservoir are clear of the vise jaws.

3 Remove the main piston nut.

12 mm

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4 Slide the main piston assembly and top out plate off the shaft and onto
a small hex wrench or pick.

NOTICE
Keep all the parts together and set them aside. If the main piston
assembly is disassembled, it will need to be replaced.

5 Optional HotDog Piston Replacement

The HotDog Piston is optional. Skip to step 6 if you are not installing a
HotDog Piston.
Remove the lower shim stack and top out plate and replace them on
the shaft in the orientation they were removed.

Separate the piston from the upper shim stack (still on the hex wrench HotDog Piston
or pick), and remove it. Slide the HotDog Piston onto the hex wrench
or pick, with the "HotDog" side of the piston facing the end of the hex
wrench.

Slide the rest of the shim stack back onto the hex wrench and set
aside.

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6 Remove the seal head/air piston from the damper shaft.

7 Remove the bottom out o-ring from the damper shaft.

Install a new o-ring.

8 Pierce and remove the internal seal o-ring located in the internal seal
gland.
Install a new o-ring.

9 Remove the inner o-ring, located at the base of the threads in the seal
head/air piston.
Install a new o-ring, and apply a liberal amount of grease to the o-ring
and bushing.

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10 Remove the o-ring located inside the shaft eyelet.
Install a new o-ring inside the shaft eyelet.

Pick

11 Install the seal head/air piston onto the damper shaft.

12 Clamp the damper shaft into the RockShox Rear Shock Vise Block.

NOTICE
To prevent damage to the seal head/air piston, position the shaft in
the vise so that the piston and IFP reservoir are clear of the vise jaws.

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13 Install the main piston assembly onto the damper shaft, making sure
the HotDog piston is facing the damper shaft, if installed. Squeeze the
shims and center the shim stack on top of the main piston.
If desired, install a new piston tune. Refer to the RockShox Spare Parts
Catalog on www.sram.com.
Be sure to keep the main piston assembly parts in the same order.

NOTICE
If the shims are not centered and in the correct order, the shock will
not perform properly.

HotDog Piston

14 Thread the nut onto the damper shaft. Tighten the main piston nut to
6.8 N•m (60 in-lb).
12 mm 6.8 N•m (60 in-lb)

Remove the assembly from the vise.

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 200 Hour Service Shock Assembly and Bleed

NOTICE
When replacing seals and o-rings, use your fingers or a pick to remove the
seal or o-ring. Spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner
on each part and clean with a rag. Apply grease to the new seal or o-ring.
Only use RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease when servicing RockShox
shocks.
To prevent damage to the shock use aluminum soft jaws and position the
eyelet in the vise so that the adjustment knobs are clear of the
vise jaws. For bearing mount shocks, wrap a rag around the eyelet, then
clamp the eyelet flat into the vise.
Inspect each part for scratches. Do not scratch any sealing surfaces when
servicing your suspension. Scratches can cause leaks.

1 RTR / Ultimate Remote / Select+: Install the check spring (wide end
first, tapered end oriented out) and check shim into the reservoir
mount.

2a RTR / Ultimate Remote / Select+ / RC3: Install the compression

assembly into the reservoir mount. Push the compression assembly
RTR / Ultimate Remote / Select+

into the reservoir until it stops.

Select+ / RC3: Check that the compression lever is still in the
unlocked (min) position so the compression needle does not block
oil flow through the valve.

RTR / Ultimate Remote / Select+

RC3

RC3

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2b Ultimate / RCT / Ultimate DH / RC: Install the compression assembly
into the reservoir mount over the compression poker. Rotate the
assembly gently side to side until the hex interface aligns and it locks
into place.
Ultimate / RCT: Check that the compression lever is still in the
unlocked (min) position so the compression needle does not block
oil flow through the valve.

3 RTR / Ultimate Remote / Select+: Use a pick to verify the lock

shim is correctly installed. Insert the pick into the refill holes on the
compression assembly to make sure the lock shim is able to flex. If
the lock shim is not able to flex, remove the compression assembly,
straighten out the shim, then reinstall the compression assembly.

4 Thread the IFP reservoir onto the eyelet. Tighten the IFP reservoir to
8 N·m (70 in-lb).
31 mm 8 N•m (70 in-lb)

Install the crowfoot onto the torque wrench at a 90° angle to the
handle to ensure an accurate torque reading.

5 Pour 7wt suspension oil into the IFP reservoir until it is level with the
top of the reservoir.

Maxima PLUSH 7wt or RockShox 7wt

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6 Use the palm of your hand to tap down on the top of the reservoir
repeatedly to move oil through the damper shaft. This will assist in
purging air bubbles from the system.
Continue to tap on the top of the reservoir until no more bubbles
emerge from the damper shaft.
Once the system is purged of bubbles, cover the damper shaft with
your finger to temporarily seal the system.

7 With your finger still on the damper shaft opening, pour 7wt suspension
oil into the IFP reservoir until it is level with the top of the reservoir.

Maxima PLUSH 7wt or RockShox 7wt

Install the IFP, flat side up, into the IFP reservoir. Use a metric caliper or 20 mm
ruler to push the IFP into the reservoir to a depth of 20 mm.
The IFP should be submerged in oil.

⚠ CAUTION- EYE HAZARD

Do not look directly into the reservoir as you push the IFP down. Oil
will be ejected from the IFP bleed port. Wear safety glasses.

8 Tap the shock on the bench a few times to purge any excess bubbles,
then install the IFP bleed screw into the IFP. The bleed screw should be
submerged in oil.
Pour out any excess oil.

T10 TORX

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9 Remove the shock from the vise, and slide the seal head/air piston until
it stops at the end of the damper shaft.

10 Clamp the damper body eyelet into the vise. Wrap a clean rag around
the damper body.

11 Pour new 7wt suspension oil into the damper body until it is level with
the top.

Maxima PLUSH 7wt or RockShox 7wt

12 Place your thumb on the IFP to prevent it from moving, then slowly
install the seal head/air piston onto the damper body.
Do not hold on to the shaft eyelet or damper shaft while inserting
the seal head into the damper body. It will move the piston/shaft
assembly, causing too much oil to displace out of the damper body.
Pressure will continue to build against the IFP as the shaft assembly
is tightened. Keep your thumb on the IFP to ensure the best bleed.
Remove your thumb once the shaft assembly has been tightened.

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13 Tighten the seal head/air piston to 28 N·m (248 in-lb).
Install the crowfoot onto the torque wrench at a 90° angle to the
handle to ensure an accurate torque reading.

21 mm 28 N•m (248 in-lb)

14 Remove the shock from the vise. Turn the shock over and clamp the
shaft eyelet into the vise.

15 Remove the IFP bleed screw from the IFP.

T10 TORX

16 Use a metric caliper or ruler to push the IFP into the reservoir to a
depth of 20 mm.
⚠ CAUTION- EYE HAZARD
Do not look directly into the reservoir as you push the IFP down. Oil
may be ejected from the IFP bleed port if you push the IFP down too
fast. Wear safety glasses.

20 mm

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17 Pour 7wt suspension oil into the IFP reservoir until the IFP is
submerged.

Maxima PLUSH 7wt or RockShox 7wt

18 Slowly push the damper body downward. Oil will begin to fill the
reservoir through the IFP bleed port. Stop when the damper body is
3/4 of the way through the travel.

⚠ CAUTION- EYE HAZARD

Do not look directly into the reservoir as you push on the damper
body. Oil may be ejected from the IFP reservoir if you push the
damper down to fast. Wear safety glasses.

19 Slowly pull up on the damper body until it stops, making sure the IFP
stays submerged in oil. This will cycle oil from the reservoir back into
the damper body and purge air bubbles from the system.
Continue to pull up and push down on the damper body until no more
air bubbles emerge from the IFP bleed port.

⚠ CAUTION- EYE HAZARD

Do not look directly into the reservoir as you push on the damper
body. Oil may be ejected from the IFP reservoir if you push the
damper down too fast. Wear safety glasses.

20 Install the IFP bleed screw into the IFP. The bleed screw should be
submerged in oil.

T10 TORX

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21 Remove the damper body bleed screw from the damper body eyelet,
and rotate the damper body away from you.
Secure a shop towel over the bleed screw port and around the damper
body to absorb oil.

T10

Insert a small hex wrench through the slot next to the 33 or 39 mm

22 mark on the IFP Height Tool, depending on your shock stroke.
Use the IFP bleed tool to slowly push the IFP into the reservoir to the
appropriate depth for your shock stroke.

⚠ CAUTION- EYE HAZARD

Do not look directly into the reservoir or at the damper body as you
push on the IFP. Oil may be ejected from the IFP reservoir or damper
body if you push the IFP down too fast. Wear safety glasses.

Shock Stroke (mm) IFP Depth (mm)

37.5 - 65 33
IFP Height Tool Small hex wrench
67.5 - 75 39

37.5-65 mm shock stroke: 33 mm 67.5-75 mm shock stroke: 39 mm

23 Install a new damper body bleed screw into the damper body eyelet.
Tighten the bleed screw to 1.1 N·m (10 in-lb).
T10 TORX 1.1 N•m (10 in-lb)

Spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner on the

damper body and clean it with a rag.

T10 TORX

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24 Remove the shock from the vise. Pour the oil out of the IFP reservoir.
Wipe the inside of the IFP reservoir with a rag.

NOTICE
Do not spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner into
the reservoir. Isopropyl alcohol can cause o-rings to become brittle
and crack.

Clamp the shaft eyelet into the vise so the shock is vertical

25 To check the bleed quality, install the IFP Height Tool into the IFP
reservoir and apply force to the IFP Height Tool (approximately
Bleed Check Window

25 lbs). The IFP should feel firm and should not compress. If the bleed
check window is compressed beneath the edge of the reservoir, the
system will need to be re-bled. To re-bleed the system, remove the IFP
reservoir and the IFP, and return to step 4.

IFP Height Tool

26 Apply a thin layer of grease to the IFP reservoir cap o-ring. Push the IFP
reservoir cap into the IFP reservoir until the retaining ring groove
is visible.

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27 Push the new retaining ring into the groove until it is seated.

⚠ CAUTION- EYE HAZARD

The retention ring can eject rapidly as it is installed. Wear safety
glasses.

28 Pull up on the IFP reservoir cap to seat it against the retaining ring.

29 Reinstall the Schrader valve into the IFP reservoir cap.

Schrader valve core tool

30 Install the RockShox air valve adaptor tool onto the shock pump and
thread the adaptor tool into the reservoir air valve. Inflate the reservoir
to 250 psi.
Remove the adaptor tool and pump from the reservoir.
Separating the pump from the adapter first will allow all of the air to
escape from the reservoir.
You may substitute nitrogen if you have the proper fill equipment.

RockShox Air Valve Adapter Tool and shock pump 250 psi

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31 Install a new IFP reservoir fill cap o-ring, and install the fill cap into the
IFP reservoir cap.

32 Spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner on the shock

and clean it with a rag.

33 RTR / Ultimate Remote: Install the cable hanger onto the remote
subassembly, then tighten the cable hanger screw to 0.45 N·m (4 in-lb).
2 mm 0.45 N•m (4 in-lb)

34 RTR / Ultimate Remote: Install the cable spool onto the cable hanger,
then tighten the remote screw to 1.36 N·m (12 in-lb).
T10 TORX 1.36 N•m (12 in-lb)

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 50/200 Hour Service Air Can Installation

NOTICE
When replacing seals and o-rings, use your fingers or a pick to remove the
seal or o-ring. Spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner
on each part and clean with a rag. Apply grease to the new seal or o-ring.
Only use RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease when servicing RockShox
shocks.
To prevent damage to the shock use aluminum soft jaws and position the
eyelet in the vise so that the adjustment knobs are clear of the
vise jaws. For bearing mount shocks, wrap a rag around the eyelet, then
clamp the eyelet flat into the vise.
Inspect each part for scratches. Do not scratch any sealing surfaces when
servicing your suspension. Scratches can cause leaks.

1 Install the Counter Measure onto the damper body. Apply RockShox
Dynamic Seal Grease to the seal head/air piston seals.

NOTICE
If a brush is used to apply grease, confirm there are no loose bristles
in the grease or on the part.

RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease

2 Remove the shock from the vise, turn it over and clamp the damper
body eyelet in the soft jaws.
Inject 1 mL of Maxima Extra 15w50 or Maxima PLUSH Dynamic
Suspension Lube Light, or half a pillow pack, along the internal wall of
the air can before installing the air can onto the damper. Firmly press
the air can up until the sealhead/air piston is inserted into the air can.

⚠ CAUTION- EYE HAZARD

Oil will eject out of the openings as you install the air can onto the
damper. Wear safety glasses.

15w50 or PLUSH Light 1 mL

3 Inject another 1 mL of Maxima Extra 15w50 or Maxima PLUSH Dynamic

Suspension Lube Light, or the rest of the pillow pack, into the air can.

15w50 or PLUSH Light 1 mL

Air Can Installation 53

4 Press the air can onto the damper then thread it onto the shaft eyelet
until it is hand tight.
Spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox Suspension Cleaner on the
outside of the air can and clean it with a rag.

5 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 to 10 N·m (90 in-lb).

Eyelet Type Width (mm)

Standard 13
Bearing 29
Trunnion 54

Strap wrench 10 N·m (90 in-lb) See table

6 Remove the shock from the vise. Spray isopropyl alcohol or RockShox
Suspension Cleaner on the shock and clean it with a rag.

7 Install the sag indicator o-ring.

Air Can Installation 54

Shock Eyelet Assembly

Eyelet Bushing Installation

1 Apply a light layer of grease to the outside of the new bushing.

2 Position the shaft eyelet and eyelet bushing between the soft jaws of a
vise. Slowly turn the vise handle to begin pressing the eyelet bushing
into the shaft eyelet.
Check the alignment of the bushing as it enters the eyelet. If the
bushing starts to enter the eyelet at an angle, remove the bushing
from the eyelet, regrease the bushing, and repeat this step until the
bushing enters the eyelet straight.
Continue to press the eyelet bushing until it is seated in the
shaft eyelet.
Remove the shock from the vise and repeat the installation process for
the other bushing and eyelet.

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Mounting Hardware Installation

NOTICE
To prevent damage to the shock use aluminum soft jaws and position the eyelet in the vise so that the adjustment knobs are clear of the vise jaws.

Some mounting hardware is easily installed using only your fingers.

Press the bushing pin into the shock eyelet bushing until the pin
protrudes from both sides of the eyelet an equal amount. Next, press
an end spacer, large diameter side first, onto each end of the bushing
pin. If this works, you have completed mounting hardware and bushing
service.
If you are unable to install your mounting hardware using your fingers,
use the RockShox rear shock bushing removal/installation tool.

1 Thread the small end of the push pin onto the threaded rod until the
push pin is flush or slightly protrudes from the hex-shaped end of the
push pin.

2 Insert the threaded rod through the shaft eyelet until the push pin rests
against the bushing pin.

3 Thread the large, open end of the catcher onto the rod until it rests on
the eyelet.

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 4 Clamp the catcher in a vise or hold it secure with a 13 mm wrench.
Use a second 13 mm wrench to thread the push pin along the rod until
it pushes the bushing pin into the shock eyelet bushing.
Continue to thread the push pin until the bushing pin protrudes from
both sides of the eyelet an equal amount.
You may need to unthread the catcher slightly to check the bushing
pin spacing.

13 mm

5 Press an end spacer, large diameter side first, onto each end of the
bushing pin.

6 Reinstall the shock to your bicycle frame according to the bicycle

manufacturer's instructions.

7 Use a shock pump to pressurize the shock to the desired air pressure. After adding air to the shock, the pressure will need to be equalized
between the shock chambers.
Record the air pressure value on the pump, then unthread it from the shock. Slowly but firmly press or sit on the saddle to compress the shock
until there is a hissing sound.
This sound indicates air transfer between chambers. Record the air pressure, then unthread it from the shock. Repeat this process until you
reach the desired amount of sag, then install the valve cap.

NOTICE
When pressurizing the shock, do not exceed maximum pressure rating.
The pump must be removed from the shock prior to checking sag to avoid damage to the pump.

This concludes the service for the RockShox Super Deluxe rear shock.

Mounting Hardware Installation 57

 Remote Cable and Housing Installation - RTR / Ultimate Remote Only
To install new cable and housing into the OneLoc remote, consult the OneLoc Remote User Manual on www.sram.com/service.

P a r t s , To o l s , a n d S u p p l i e s
Parts Common Tools
• Super Deluxe Remote Service Kit (A1-B2) - 200 hours • 2 and 3 mm hex wrenches
• Shift cable and housing • 2 and 3 mm hex bit sockets
Safety and Protection Supplies • 5 mm open end wrench
• Safety glasses • Torque wrench
• Nitrile gloves • Cable and Housing Cutters

1 After the housing has been routed and installed on the bicycle, thread
the threaded ferrule onto the housing.
Do not push the housing into the threaded ferrule.

5 mm

2 Install the threaded ferrule and housing into the cable hanger, then
tighten the ferrule lock screw until it is flush with the cable hanger.
2 mm

3 Thread the cable through the housing, spool, and under the cable
spool bolt. Pull the cable tight and tighten the cable set screw to
2 mm 0.9 N·m (8 in-lb)

0.9 N·m (8 in-lb).

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4 Trim the cable, install an end cap, and tuck the cable into the pocket.

Cable and Housing Cutters

5 Install the cable spool cap and tighten to 0.8 N·m (7 in-lb). 3 mm 0.8 N·m (7 in-lb)
The cable spool will rotate with the spool cap when tightening.
Continue to rotate the spool cap clockwise until it stops, then tighten.

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