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SRAM code rsc 2018 Service Manual

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2018 Code RSC / R
s e r v i c e
m a n u a l
GEN 0000000005248 Rev C
© 2017 SRAM, LLC

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  • Page 1 2018 Code RSC / R s e r v i c e m a n u a l GEN 0000000005248 Rev C © 2017 SRAM, LLC...
  • Page 2 LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY To the extent allowed by local law, except for the obligations specifically set forth in this warranty statement, in no event shall SRAM or its third party suppliers be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages.
  • Page 3 SAFETY FIRST! We care about YOU. Please, always wear your safety glasses and protective gloves when servicing SRAM® products. Protect yourself! Wear your safety gear!

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SRAM® CODE™ BRAKE SYSTEMS SERVICE ..............................5 SERVICE PROCEDURES ..............................................6 SRAM® CODE™ BRAKES CALIPER SERVICE ..............................7 PARTS, TOOLS AND SUPPLIES ........................................... 7 CALIPER EXPLODED VIEW ............................................7 CALIPER BRAKE PAD REMOVAL ..........................................8 CALIPER PISTON REMOVAL ............................................9 CALIPER PISTON INSTALLATION ..........................................13 CODE™...

  • Page 5: Sram® Code™ Brake Systems Service

    SRAM brake systems need to be serviced periodically to optimize braking function. If brake fluid is leaking from any area of the brake there may be damage or wear and tear to the internal moving parts.

  • Page 6: Service Procedures

    S e r v i c e P r o c e d u r e s The following procedures should be performed throughout service, unless otherwise specified. Clean the part with isopropyl alcohol and a clean, lint-free rag. 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.

  • Page 7: Sram® Code™ Brakes Caliper Service

    • Digital caliper only use DOT 5.1 or 4 fluid. SRAM Tools • SRAM DOT grease. If SRAM DOT grease is not available only use a DOT compatible grease. • SRAM Brake Bleed Kit (includes: Bleed Block and Bleeding Edge™ Fitting) •...

  • Page 8: Caliper Brake Pad Removal

    C a l i p e r B r a k e P a d R e m o v a l Clamp the bicycle into a bicycle work stand and remove the wheel. Remove the E-clip from the pad retention bolt. 2.5 mm Remove the pad retention bolt from the caliper.

  • Page 9: Caliper Piston Removal

    C a l i p e r P i s t o n R e m o v a l N OT ICE DOT fluid will damage painted surfaces. If any fluid comes in contact with a painted surface (e.g. your frame) or printing on the brakes, wipe it off immediately and clean it with isopropyl alcohol or water.
  • Page 10 Remove the lever and clamp. Remove the banjo bolt and hose, then remove the banjo bolt from the banjo. Remove the banjo bolt o-rings and replace with new o-rings. Remove the pad spreader. Caliper Piston Removal...
  • Page 11 Remove the pad retention bolt. 2.5 mm Place the caliper in a vice with soft jaws, then remove each caliper body bolt. Separate the caliper body halves. Set the heat shield aside. Remove the caliper o-rings from the outboard side of the caliper. Caliper Piston Removal...
  • Page 12 NOTI CE For the best braking performance, use only SRAM High-Performance DOT 5.1 fluid. If SRAM fluid is not available, use only DOT 5.1 or 4 fluid. Do not use grease. Grease will prevent the pistons from fully retracting into the caliper bores, which will reduce braking performance.

  • Page 13: Caliper Piston Installation

    NOTI CE For the best braking performance, use only SRAM High-Performance DOT 5.1 fluid. If SRAM fluid is not available, use only DOT 5.1 or 4 fluid. Do not use grease. Grease will prevent the pistons from fully retracting into the caliper bores, which will reduce braking performance.
  • Page 14 Align the caliper body halves. Ensure the heat shield remains pressed against the caliper. Tighten each body bolt. NOTI CE Visually inspect the caliper to confirm the caliper o-rings are not protruding. If an o-ring is visible, then remove the caliper body bolts and reinstall.
  • Page 15 4.4-5.4 N·m (39-48 in-lb) ⚠ CAUTION Servicing your brakes removes all of the fluid from the system. You must bleed the brakes after you service the brake caliper and/or lever. For brake bleed and brake hose shortening instructions, visit www.sram.com/service. Caliper Piston Installation...

  • Page 16: Code™ Rsc® Lever Service

    • SRAM® High-Performance DOT 5.1 fluid. If SRAM fluid is not available, only use DOT 5.1 or 4 fluid. • SRAM DOT grease. If SRAM DOT grease is not available only use a DOT compatible grease. C o d e R S C L e v e r E x p l o d e d V i e w...

  • Page 17: Lever Blade Removal

    L e v e r B l a d e R e m o v a l N OT ICE DOT fluid will damage painted surfaces. If any fluid comes in contact with a painted surface (e.g. your frame) or printing on the brakes, wipe it off immediately and clean it with isopropyl alcohol or water.
  • Page 18 Use a magnet to remove the detent spring and ball. Remove the remaining reservoir cap bolt, then remove the reservoir cap and bladder. Pour the brake fluid into an oil pan. Squeeze the lever blade to force any remaining brake fluid out of the lever body. Oil Pan Separate the bladder from the reservoir cap.
  • Page 19 Remove the lever pivot bolts. Remove the lever blade assembly from the lever body. Lever Blade Removal...

  • Page 20: Piston Assembly Removal

    P i s t o n A s s e m b l y R e m o v a l Remove the SwingLink™ pinch bolt. Push out the SwingLink pivot pin. Remove the SwingLink. Remove the SwingLink bushings from both sides of the lever. Piston Assembly Removal...
  • Page 21 Use a SRAM® Lever Internals Assembly Tool to unthread the piston sleeve and coupler. Insert the SRAM Lever Internals Assembly Tool into the lever body and align the key slot of the tool with the piston coupler. Use the tool to unthread the sleeve and remove the sleeve and coupler.

  • Page 22: Piston Assembly Installation

    Damage to painted and/or printed surfaces by DOT fluid is not covered under warranty. Submerge a new piston in SRAM® High-Performance DOT 5.1 fluid. You can also use SRAM DOT Assembly Grease, or DOT 5.1 or 4 compatible grease, as a lubricant.
  • Page 23 SRAM Guide Lever Internals Assembly Tool in a clockwise rotation until it stops. Install the SwingLink™ bushings. If the SwingLink bushings fall out easily, apply a small amount of SRAM DOT grease to the bushings to help hold them in place. SRAM DOT Grease Place the SwingLink onto the SRAM Lever Internals Assembly Tool to adjust the length of the push rod.
  • Page 24 Remove the SwingLink™ from the SRAM® Lever Internals Assembly Tool and place the push rod into the coupler sleeve. Align the holes of the SwingLink and the SwingLink bushings, then press the pivot pin into the hole until it is flush with the lever body.
  • Page 25 Apply a small amount of Loctite® Blue 242® onto the SwingLink™ pinch bolt. Loctite Blue 242 15 mm Thru Axle Tighten the SwingLink pinch bolt. 1.1-1.3 N·m (10-12 in-lbs) Piston Assembly Installation...

  • Page 26: Lever Blade Installation

    L e v e r B l a d e I n s t a l l a t i o n N OT ICE DOT fluid will damage painted surfaces. If any fluid comes in contact with a painted surface (e.g. your frame) or printing on the brakes, wipe it off immediately and clean it with isopropyl alcohol or water.
  • Page 27 Tighten each pivot bolt. 1.1-1.3 N·m (10-12 in-lbs) Press a new bladder into the reservoir cap, make sure the bladder is properly seated into the reservoir cap. Insert the reservoir cap/bladder assembly onto the lever body. Install a new detent ball followed by a detent spring into the lever body reservoir hole closest to the lever blade.
  • Page 28 1.1-1.3 N·m (10-12 in-lbs) Cut the hose to install a new barb and compression fitting. SRAM Hydraulic Hose Cutter Apply DOT grease to the hose barb threads. Thread the hose barb into the hose until it is flush with the end of the hose.
  • Page 29 Servicing your brakes removes all of the fluid from the system. You must bleed the brakes after you service the brake caliper and/or lever. For brake bleed, brake hose shortening, and brake pad replacement instructions, visit www.sram.com/service. Lever Blade Installation...

  • Page 30: Code™ R® Lever Service

    • SRAM High-Performance DOT 5.1 fluid. If SRAM fluid is not available, only use DOT 5.1 or 4 fluid. • SRAM DOT grease. If SRAM DOT grease is not available only use a DOT compatible grease. C o d e R L e v e r E x p l o d e d V i e w...

  • Page 31: Lever Blade Removal

    L e v e r B l a d e R e m o v a l N OT ICE DOT fluid will damage painted surfaces. If any fluid comes in contact with a painted surface (e.g. your frame) or printing on the brakes, wipe it off immediately and clean it with isopropyl alcohol or water.
  • Page 32 Install all new seals and a new hose. For best braking performance, use only SRAM® High-Performance DOT 5.1 fluid. If SRAM fluid is not available, use only High-Performance DOT 5.1 fluid or 4 fluid. Oil Pan Separate the bladder from the reservoir cap.
  • Page 33 Push out the pivot pin. Remove the lever blade. The R lever blade has four pieces; the lever blade, the cam/push rod assembly, a washer, and the lever return spring. To hold all pieces together, reinstall the lever pivot pin and gently set aside. Lever Blade Removal...

  • Page 34: Piston Assembly Removal

    P i s t o n A s s e m b l y R e m o v a l NOT ICE DOT fluid will damage painted surfaces. If any fluid comes in contact with a painted surface (e.g. your frame) or printing on the brakes, wipe it off immediately and clean it with isopropyl alcohol or water.
  • Page 35 Remove the piston assembly. Clean the lever body. Needle Nose Pliers Piston Assembly Removal...

  • Page 36: Piston Assembly Installation

    Damage to painted and/or printed surfaces by DOT fluid is not covered under warranty. Submerge a new piston in SRAM® High-Performance DOT 5.1 fluid. You can also use SRAM DOT Assembly Grease, or DOT 5.1 or 4 compatible grease, as a lubricant.

  • Page 37: Lever Blade Installation

    Steps to reassemble the R lever blade assembly: Place the washer on the cam/push rod assembly. Apply a small amount of SRAM® DOT grease to hold the washer in place. Install the lever return spring onto the cam/push rod assembly.
  • Page 38 Insert the lever blade assembly into the lever body, placing the push rod into the piston and lever return spring on the lever body. Make sure the lever return spring is seated properly in the lever. The outboard end of the spring must press against the lever body. If the return spring is not seated properly, you will not be able to adjust the reach of the lever blade.
  • Page 39 Tighten the pinch bolt. 1.1-1.3 N·m (10-12 in-lbs) Install the binder plug. Press a new bladder into the reservoir cap so that the bladder is properly seated and flush with the reservoir cap. Insert the reservoir cap and bladder assembly onto the lever body. Lever Blade Installation...
  • Page 40 1.1-1.3 N·m (10-12 in-lbs) Cut the hose to install a new barb and compression fitting. SRAM Hydraulic Hose Cutter Apply DOT grease to the hose barb threads. Thread the hose barb into the hose until it is flush with the end of the hose.
  • Page 41 Servicing your brakes removes all of the fluid from the system. You must bleed the brakes after you service the brake caliper and/or lever. For brake bleed, brake hose shortening, and brake pad replacement instructions, visit www.sram.com/service. Lever Blade Installation...
  • Page 42 This publication includes trademarks and registered trademarks of the following companies: TORX® is a registered trademark of Acument Intellectual Properties, LLC Loctite® and 242® are registered trademarks of Henkel Corporation...
  • Page 43 11.4.2016 www.sram.com ASIAN HEADQUARTERS WORLD HEADQUARTERS EUROPEAN HEADQUARTERS SRAM Taiwan SRAM LLC SRAM Europe No. 1598-8 Chung Shan Road 1000 W. Fulton Market, 4th Floor Paasbosweg 14-16 Shen Kang Hsiang, Taichung City Chicago, Illinois 60607 3862ZS Nijkerk Taiwan R.O.C.

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