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SIDLUXE ISOSTRUT
SERVICE MANUAL
GEN.0000000007321 Rev A © 2023 SRAM, LLC

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  • Page 1 2024+ SIDLUXE ISOSTRUT SERVICE MANUAL GEN.0000000007321 Rev A © 2023 SRAM, LLC...
  • Page 2 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!

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS ROCKSHOX SERVICE ......................................4 PART PREPARATION ..............................................4 SERVICE PROCEDURES ..............................................4 MODEL CODE IDENTIFICATION ..........................................5 WARRANTY AND TRADEMARK ...........................................5 RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS ........................................6 RECORD YOUR SETTINGS ............................................6 TORQUE VALUES ................................................6 PARTS, TOOLS, AND SUPPLIES - COMPREHENSIVE................................... 7 SIDLUXE ISOSTRUT SERVICE ...................................8 PART IDENTIFICATION - 2024+ (A1) SIDLUXE ISOSTRUT ..........................9 DISCONNECT REMOTE CABLE ..................................11 100 / 200 HOUR SERVICE...

  • Page 4: Rockshox Service

    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, visit: www.sram.com/en/company/about/environmental-policy-and-recycling. P a r t P r e p a r a t i o n Remove the component from the bicycle before service.

  • Page 5: Model Code Identification

    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/en/service/warranty. For SRAM Trademark information, visit: www.sram.com/en/company/legal/website-terms-of-use. Model Code Identification...

  • Page 6: 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...

  • Page 7: Parts, Tools, And Supplies - Comprehensive

    P a r t s , T o o l s , a n d S u p p l i e s - C o m p r e h e n s i v e Parts Bicycle Tools •...

  • Page 8: Sidluxe Isostrut Service

    S I D L u x e I s o S t r u t 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. Consult the frame manufacturer for any required spare parts, lubricants, tools, and procedures required to remove and install the rear shock from the bicycle frame.

  • Page 9: Part Identification - 2024+ (A1) Sidluxe Isostrut

    P a r t I d e n t i f i c a t i o n - 2 0 2 4 + ( A 1 ) S I D L u x e I s o S t r u t Air valve cap 2.
  • Page 10 Air valve cap 2. Set screw - Preloader 3. Housing guide 4. Remote cam 5. Eyelet/Mount bolt (x4) 6. Inner cam bushing 7. Air valve 8. Outer cam bushing 9. Set screw - remote pulley / cam 10. Remote spring 22.

  • Page 11: Disconnect Remote Cable

    D i s c o n n e c t R e m o t e C a b l e Actuate the remote and set rear shock to the open unlocked position. Actuate the remote and set rear shock to the open unlocked position. Remove the cable end cap.

  • Page 12: 100 / 200 Hour Service

    1 0 0 / 2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e I s o S t r u t A i r C a n R e m o v a l Rotate the rebound adjuster counterclockwise until it stops, while Rotate the rebound adjuster counterclockwise until it stops, while counting the number of detent clicks, to the full open (0) position.
  • Page 13 Record Record your air pressure setting to assist with post-service set up. your air pressure setting to assist with post-service set up. Thread a shock pump onto the air valve and check the pressure gauge. Thread a shock pump onto the air valve and check the pressure gauge. Remove the air valve cap by hand.
  • Page 14 Secure a cloth shop towel over the eyelet and the IsoStrut to prevent Secure a cloth shop towel over the eyelet and the IsoStrut to prevent the eyelet from ejecting from the IsoStrut. the eyelet from ejecting from the IsoStrut. Unthread 3 of the bolts completely.
  • Page 15 Remove the shock from the Rear Shock Service Pin. Remove the shock from the Rear Shock Service Pin. Pull the eyelet/mount/shaft/piston assembly and remove it from the Pull the eyelet/mount/shaft/piston assembly and remove it from the IsoStrut air can. Use your finger to protect the damper shaft and IsoStrut air can.
  • Page 16 Install the IsoStrut air can back onto the Rear Shock Service Pin Install the IsoStrut air can back onto the Rear Shock Service Pin horizontally. horizontally. Rear Shock 10 mm Service Pin Aluminum Vise Blocks IsoStrut Air Can Removal...

  • Page 17: Isostrut Air Can Service

    1 0 0 / 2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e I s o S t r u t A i r C a n S e r v i c e Install the IsoStrut Air Can Negative Seal Sleeve Socket Tool onto a Install the IsoStrut Air Can Negative Seal Sleeve Socket Tool onto a long socket extender and socket wrench.
  • Page 18 Insert the IsoStrut Air Can Seal Sleeve Removal Puck onto a long Insert the IsoStrut Air Can Seal Sleeve Removal Puck onto a long 5/8" socket extender. Insert the removal puck into the IsoStrut air can 5/8" socket extender. Insert the removal puck into the IsoStrut air can through the eyelet end until the edge of the puck tool stops against the through the eyelet end until the edge of the puck tool stops against the seal sleeve.
  • Page 19 Remove and discard the inner wiper seal, quad ring seal, and backup Remove and discard the inner wiper seal, quad ring seal, and backup ring. ring. NOTICE Do not scratch the quad ring seal groove. Scratches will cause air to leak.
  • Page 20 Apply grease to a new quad ring seal and install it. Apply grease to a new quad ring seal and install it. Install a new inner backup ring. Install a new inner backup ring. Apply grease to a new wiper seal and install it. Apply grease to a new wiper seal and install it.
  • Page 21 Remove and discard the IsoStrut air can oil plug o-ring. Remove and discard the IsoStrut air can oil plug o-ring. Clean the o-ring groove. Clean the o-ring groove. NOTICE Do not scratch the o-ring groove. Scratches will cause air to leak. Pick (non-metallic) RockShox Suspension Cleaner Clean the inside and outside of the IsoStrut air can, including the seal...
  • Page 22 Apply grease to a new IsoStrut air can oil plug o-ring and install it. Apply grease to a new IsoStrut air can oil plug o-ring and install it. RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease Insert the air can seal sleeve into the IsoStrut air can and press it in Insert the air can seal sleeve into the IsoStrut air can and press it in until the o-ring clears the edge of the air can.
  • Page 23 Insert the IsoStrut air can onto the Rear Shock Service Pin. Insert the IsoStrut air can onto the Rear Shock Service Pin. Insert the IsoStrut Air Can Seal Sleeve Socket Tool into the IsoStrut air Insert the IsoStrut Air Can Seal Sleeve Socket Tool into the IsoStrut air can and push the IsoStrut air can seal sleeve into the IsoStrut air can can and push the IsoStrut air can seal sleeve into the IsoStrut air can until it stops.

  • Page 24: 100 Hour Service

    1 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e S e a l h e a d / A i r P i s t o n a n d E y e l e t S e r v i c e Remove the thin backup ring, quad ring seal, and thick backup ring Remove the thin backup ring, quad ring seal, and thick backup ring from the sealhead / air piston and discard them.
  • Page 25 Remove the outer eyelet / IsoStrut air can o-ring and discard it. Remove the outer eyelet / IsoStrut air can o-ring and discard it. Clean the o-ring groove. Clean the o-ring groove. NOTICE Do not scratch the o-ring seal groove. Scratches will cause air to leak.
  • Page 26 Install a new thick backup ring (nearest to eyelet/mount). Install a new thick backup ring (nearest to eyelet/mount). Apply grease to a new quad ring seal and install it. Apply grease to a new quad ring seal and install it. Install a new thin sealhead backup ring.

  • Page 27: Bottomless Tokens (Optional)

    B o t t o m l e s s T o k e n s ( o p t i o n a l ) Bottomless Tokens reduce air volume in the rear shock air can and Bottomless Tokens reduce air volume in the rear shock air can and increase progression, or spring ramp, at the end of the shock's travel.
  • Page 28 Remove Bottomless Tokens: Remove Bottomless Tokens: Remove the Bottomless Token(s) from the bottom out spacer. Remove the Bottomless Token(s) from the bottom out spacer. 100 Hour Service To continue 100 Hour Service, go to IsoStrut Air Can Installation. Bottomless Tokens (optional)

  • Page 29: 200 Hour Service

    2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e D a m p e r S e r v i c e D a m p e r R e m o v a l Remove the damper body air valve cap.
  • Page 30 Clamp the damper body eyelet/mount into the vise vertically. Clamp the damper body eyelet/mount into the vise vertically. Remove the sealhead / air piston bleed screw. Remove the sealhead / air piston bleed screw. 2 mm Wrap a shop towel around the damper body. Wrap a shop towel around the damper body.
  • Page 31 Secure a shop towel over the sealhead and around the damper shaft Secure a shop towel over the sealhead and around the damper shaft and hold it firmly to prevent the sealhead from ejecting in the event and hold it firmly to prevent the sealhead from ejecting in the event there is remaining air pressure inside the damper body.

  • Page 32: Ifp Removal

    I F P R e m o v a l Tighten the Schrader valve finger tight. Tighten the Schrader valve finger tight. RockShox Schrader valve tool Thread the SIDLuxe Rear Shock Air Valve Adapter Tool (blue) into the Thread the SIDLuxe Rear Shock Air Valve Adapter Tool (blue) into the damper body.
  • Page 33 Unthread the air valve adapter from the damper body. Unthread the air valve adapter from the damper body. SIDLuxe Air Valve Adapter (blue) Unthread the Schrader valve completely, then thread it back into the Unthread the Schrader valve completely, then thread it back into the damper one half turn so the threads are engaged but not tight.

  • Page 34: Damper Piston Removal

    D a m p e r P i s t o n R e m o v a l Clean the damper shaft and RockShox Rear Shock Vise Blocks (3 hole) Clean the damper shaft and RockShox Rear Shock Vise Blocks (3 hole) - 10 mm slot so they are free of oil and/or grease.
  • Page 35 Insert a pick into one valve hole in the valve slider and carefully lift the Insert a pick into one valve hole in the valve slider and carefully lift the valve slider up. Remove the valve slider and compression poker, and valve slider up.
  • Page 36 Unthread and remove the piston bolt. Unthread and remove the piston bolt. SIDLuxe / IsoStrut Valve Cup and 14 mm socket Piston Bolt Socket Tool Insert a pick through the piston assembly, and into the damper shaft. Insert a pick through the piston assembly, and into the damper shaft. Loosen the vise and slide the damper shaft up.
  • Page 37 Remove the piston and shim stacks from the damper shaft, and slide Remove the piston and shim stacks from the damper shaft, and slide the piston and shim stacks onto the pick to keep them all together in the piston and shim stacks onto the pick to keep them all together in the correct order.

  • Page 38: Sealhead / Air Piston Removal And Service

    S e a l h e a d / A i r P i s t o n R e m o v a l a n d S e r v i c e Remove the sealhead / air piston assembly from the damper shaft. Remove the sealhead / air piston assembly from the damper shaft.
  • Page 39 Remove the washer. Remove the washer. Remove the bottom out spacer and clean it. Remove the bottom out spacer and clean it. Remove the outer eyelet / IsoStrut air can o-ring and discard it. Remove the outer eyelet / IsoStrut air can o-ring and discard it. Clean the o-ring groove.
  • Page 40 Pierce and remove the small inner o-ring and discard it. Pierce and remove the small inner o-ring and discard it. NOTICE Do not scratch the inner o-ring groove. Scratches will cause air to leak. Pick (metallic) Pick (metallic) Remove the outer thin backup ring, quad ring seal, and thick backup Remove the outer thin backup ring, quad ring seal, and thick backup ring and discard them.
  • Page 41 Clean the sealhead / air piston including the inner and outer seal Clean the sealhead / air piston including the inner and outer seal grooves. grooves. RockShox Suspension Cleaner Install a new thick backup ring. Install a new thick backup ring. Apply grease to a new quad ring seal and install it.
  • Page 42 Apply grease to a new large inner o-ring and install it. Apply grease to a new large inner o-ring and install it. RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease Apply grease to a new small inner o-ring and install it. Apply grease to a new small inner o-ring and install it. Use the hooked end of a non-metallic pick to help guide the o-ring into Use the hooked end of a non-metallic pick to help guide the o-ring into the groove.

  • Page 43: Remote Spring Service

    2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e R e m o t e S p r i n g S e r v i c e Clamp the end of the damper shaft into RockShox Rear Shock vise Clamp the end of the damper shaft into RockShox Rear Shock vise blocks (10 mm slot) lightly but tight enough that it does not slip in the blocks (10 mm slot) lightly but tight enough that it does not slip in the...
  • Page 44 Remove the remote spring preloader. Remove the remote spring preloader. Clean the preloader and set it aside. Clean the preloader and set it aside. 4 mm 4 mm Remove the remote spring. Remove the remote spring. Discard the remote spring. Discard the remote spring.
  • Page 45 Push the remote lockout cam into and through the eyelet/mount and Push the remote lockout cam into and through the eyelet/mount and remove the remote lockout cam. remove the remote lockout cam. Pick (non-metallic) Clean the remote lockout cam. Clean the remote lockout cam. Remove the inner bushing from the remote lockout cam and discard Remove the inner bushing from the remote lockout cam and discard the bushing.
  • Page 46 Install a new outer bushing into the eyelet/mount; press the bushing Install a new outer bushing into the eyelet/mount; press the bushing into the eyelet/mount. into the eyelet/mount. Apply grease to the tapered end of the remote lockout cam. Apply grease to the tapered end of the remote lockout cam. RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease Apply a thick layer grease to the inside and outside of a new remote Apply a thick layer grease to the inside and outside of a new remote...
  • Page 47 Insert one spring tang into the hole in the remote lockout cam. Insert one spring tang into the hole in the remote lockout cam. Insert the other spring tang into the remote lockout preloader and seat Insert the other spring tang into the remote lockout preloader and seat the preloader centered in the remote spring.
  • Page 48 Install a new remote pulley onto the end of the remote cam. Install a new remote pulley onto the end of the remote cam. Insert the limit screw into the remote pulley and the end of the remote Insert the limit screw into the remote pulley and the end of the remote cam.
  • Page 49 Install the cable pinch plate and cable pinch bolt onto the pulley; Install the cable pinch plate and cable pinch bolt onto the pulley; tighten the cable pinch bolt finger tight. tighten the cable pinch bolt finger tight. 2 mm 2 mm Test Function Test Function - Rotate the remote pulley clockwise to test the remote...

  • Page 50: Remote Cable Housing Stop (Optional)

    2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e R e m o t e C a b l e H o u s i n g S t o p ( o p t i o n a l ) If damaged, the remote cable housing stop should be replaced.

  • Page 51: Rebound Adjuster Service (Optional)

    2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e R e b o u n d A d j u s t e r S e r v i c e ( o p t i o n a l ) Rotate the rebound adjuster fully counterclockwise to the full open Rotate the rebound adjuster fully counterclockwise to the full open setting.
  • Page 52 Remove the rebound adjuster. Remove the rebound adjuster. Clean the rebound adjuster. Clean the rebound adjuster. RockShox Suspension Cleaner Clean the eyelet/mount around the rebound adjuster slot. Clean the eyelet/mount around the rebound adjuster slot. NOTICE Do not push contaminates into the eyelet/mount. Contaminates can damage parts or interfere with proper adjuster functions.
  • Page 53 Apply a dab of grease to the tip of a small hex wrench to secure the Apply a dab of grease to the tip of a small hex wrench to secure the detent ball. Install the detent ball bearing. detent ball. Install the detent ball bearing. Use a pick to install the detent spring.
  • Page 54 Apply a dab of grease to the tip of a 2 mm hex wrench to secure the Apply a dab of grease to the tip of a 2 mm hex wrench to secure the rebound adjuster limit screw. Install the rebound adjuster limit screw rebound adjuster limit screw.

  • Page 55: Sealhead / Air Piston Installation

    2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e S e a l h e a d / A i r P i s t o n I n s t a l l a t i o n Install the blue bottom out spacer.
  • Page 56 Apply grease to the inner sealhead o-ring and bushing. Apply grease to the inner sealhead o-ring and bushing. Install the sealhead / air piston assembly onto the damper shaft. Install the sealhead / air piston assembly onto the damper shaft. RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease Clean the end of the damper shaft.
  • Page 57 Insert the pick into the center of the damper shaft and install the piston Insert the pick into the center of the damper shaft and install the piston assembly onto the damper shaft. Center the parts onto the square end assembly onto the damper shaft.
  • Page 58 Thread the piston bolt into the damper shaft. Thread the piston bolt into the damper shaft. Tighten the piston bolt to the specified torque. Tighten the piston bolt to the specified torque. SIDLuxe / IsoStrut Valve Cup and SIDLuxe / IsoStrut Valve Cup and Piston Bolt Socket Tool Piston Bolt Socket Tool SIDLuxe / IsoStrut Valve Cup and Piston Bolt Socket Tool -...
  • Page 59 Insert the compression poker, detent ball end first, into the rebound Insert the compression poker, detent ball end first, into the rebound poker and push the valve slide down until it stops in the piston bolt. poker and push the valve slide down until it stops in the piston bolt. Thread the valve cup into the piston bolt by hand until it stops.

  • Page 60: Shock Assembly

    S h o c k A s s e m b l y 2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e I F P I n s t a l l a t i o n a n d B l e e d Remove and discard the IFP o-ring.
  • Page 61 Clamp the damper body in the vise. Clamp the damper body in the vise. Install the IFP into the damper body (o-ring side in, flat side out). Install the IFP into the damper body (o-ring side in, flat side out). Insert the SIDLuxe IFP Height Tool (00.4318.041.000) into the damper Insert the SIDLuxe IFP Height Tool (00.4318.041.000) into the damper body, flat on top of the IFP.
  • Page 62 Tighten the air valve core in the damper body. Tighten the air valve core in the damper body. RockShox Schrader valve tool Clamp the damper body into the SIDLuxe Rear Shock Body Vise Blocks Clamp the damper body into the SIDLuxe Rear Shock Body Vise Blocks 23.8 mm (00.4318.040.000).
  • Page 63 Confirm the nylon compression ball is removed from the sealhead/air Confirm the nylon compression ball is removed from the sealhead/air piston. Oil should be able to purge out of the sealhead/air piston bleed piston. Oil should be able to purge out of the sealhead/air piston bleed port during installation.
  • Page 64 Tighten the sealhead/air piston to the specified torque. Tighten the sealhead/air piston to the specified torque. NOTICE Do not scratch the damper shaft while tightening the sealhead/air piston. Scratches can cause leaks. To prevent damage to the damper body, do not allow the wrench to slip from the sealhead/air piston.
  • Page 65 Apply a dab of grease to the tip of a 2 mm hex wrench to secure the Apply a dab of grease to the tip of a 2 mm hex wrench to secure the bleed screw. bleed screw. Install the bleed screw into the bleed port finger tight. Install the bleed screw into the bleed port finger tight.
  • Page 66 Apply a dab of grease to the tip of the RockShox Schrader valve tool to Apply a dab of grease to the tip of the RockShox Schrader valve tool to secure the air cap. Install the damper body air valve cap and tighten it secure the air cap.

  • Page 67: Bottomless Tokens (Optional)

    B o t t o m l e s s T o k e n s ( o p t i o n a l ) Bottomless Tokens reduce air volume in the rear shock air can and Bottomless Tokens reduce air volume in the rear shock air can and increase progression, or spring ramp, at the end of the shock's travel.
  • Page 68 Remove Bottomless Tokens: Remove Bottomless Tokens: Remove the Bottomless Token(s) from the bottom out spacer. Remove the Bottomless Token(s) from the bottom out spacer. Bottomless Tokens (optional)

  • Page 69: 100 / 200 Hour Service

    1 0 0 / 2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e I s o S t r u t A i r C a n I n s t a l l a t i o n If Bottomless Tokens need to be removed or installed, remove or install them before installing the IsoStrut air can.
  • Page 70 Hold the IsoStrut air can steady and insert the damper body into the Hold the IsoStrut air can steady and insert the damper body into the IsoStrut air can. IsoStrut air can. When the quad ring seal engages the inner surface of the IsoStrut air When the quad ring seal engages the inner surface of the IsoStrut air can, push the sealhead / air piston into the IsoStrut air can until the can, push the sealhead / air piston into the IsoStrut air can until the...
  • Page 71 Rotate and align the 4 eyelet bolt holes with the 4 bolt holes on the Rotate and align the 4 eyelet bolt holes with the 4 bolt holes on the IsoStrut air can. IsoStrut air can. Push the eyelet/mount in towards the IsoStrut air can until one bolt can Push the eyelet/mount in towards the IsoStrut air can until one bolt can be threaded into the IsoStrut air can bolt threads.
  • Page 72 Tighten each bolt to the specified torque. Tighten each bolt to the specified torque. 4 mm 5 N∙m (44 in-lb) 4 mm 5 N∙m (44 in-lb) 4 mm 5 N∙m (44 in-lb) 4 mm 5 N∙m (44 in-lb) Spray RockShox Suspsension Cleaner onto the shock. Wipe the shock Spray RockShox Suspsension Cleaner onto the shock.
  • Page 73 Install a new sag indicator o-ring. Install a new sag indicator o-ring. Tighten the Schrader valve core. Tighten the Schrader valve core. RockShox Schrader valve tool Pressurize the shock to around 50 psi / 3.5 bar. Pressurize the shock to around 50 psi / 3.5 bar. Final air pressure should be set after the shock is installed onto the Final air pressure should be set after the shock is installed onto the bicycle and the spring sag is determined, or as recommended by the...

  • Page 74: Remote Cable Installation And Check Lockout Function

    Reinstall the rear shock as instructed by your frame manufacturer. Reinstall the rear shock as instructed by your frame manufacturer. Pressurize the rear shock to the pre-service air pressure written down in the Pressurize the rear shock to the pre-service air pressure written down in the Record Your Settings Record Your Settings table.
  • Page 75 Tighten the cable set screw while pulling the cable taught. Tighten the cable set screw while pulling the cable taught. 2 mm Actuate the handlebar remote 5 times from the unlocked to locked out Actuate the handlebar remote 5 times from the unlocked to locked out position to tension and set the cable.
  • Page 76 New Cable - Cut the cable. New Cable - Cut the cable. Cable cutter Install a new cable end cap. Install a new cable end cap. Cable end cap Cable cutter - crimp Remote Cable Installation and Check Lockout Function...
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