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(2) years after original purchase of the product. SRAM warrants all Zipp MOTO Wheels and Rims to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for the lifetime of the product. SRAM warrants all non-electronic Zipp branded bicycle components, Model Year 2021 or newer, to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for the lifetime of the product.
TABLE OF CONTENTS FRONT HUB SERVICE ......................................6 PARTS, TOOLS, AND SUPPLIES ..........................................6 EXPLODED VIEW - FRONT HUB ..........................................7 FRONT HUB END CAPS ..............................................7 FRONT HUB BEARING REMOVAL ..........................................8 FRONT HUB BEARING INSTALLATION ........................................11 REAR HUB SERVICE ......................................14 PARTS, TOOLS, AND SUPPLIES ..........................................
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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!
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Z i p p S e r v i c e We recommend that you have your Zipp compononets serviced by a qualified bicycle mechanic. Servicing Zipp compononets requires the use of specialized tools. Failure to follow the procedures outlined in this service manual may cause damage to your component and void the warranty.
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E x p l o d e d V i e w - F r o n t H u b End Cap Wave Spring Zipp 6903/61903 Hub Bearing Hub Shell Zipp 6903/61903 Hub Bearing Axle End Cap F r o n t H u b E n d C a p s The end cap identification number is laser etched onto the end cap.
F r o n t H u b B e a r i n g R e m o v a l Procedures are the same for rim brake and disc brake rear hubs. Disc brake hub pictured. Insert the Park Tool AV-4 or AV-5 Axle and Spindle Vise Insert tool into a vise.
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Spray isopropyl alcohol onto the axle and clean it with a shop towel. NOTI CE To prevent damage to the hub surfaces, do not use acetone or similar products to clean parts. Isopropyl Alcohol Insert the 17 mm Bearing Puller slotted attachment through the drive side bearing.
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Insert the 17 mm Bearing Puller slotted attachment through the non- drive side bearing. Align the slotted attachment with the bottom of the bearing, and expand it inside the bearing. Do not over tighten the slotted attachment. For more detailed assembly and usage, see the bearing puller manufacturer's instructions.
F r o n t H u b B e a r i n g I n s t a l l a t i o n Install a new Zipp 6903/61903 hub bearing into the drive side of the hub with the black seal facing outward.
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Slide a 6903 30x17 tool onto the Press Tool threaded rod. Insert the threaded rod through the bearing on the non-drive side of the hub shell. Slide a second 6903 30x17 tool onto the threaded rod. Thread the Press Tool handle onto the threaded rod. Turn the handle clockwise to press the bearing into the hub until it is hand-tight.
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Install the wave spring onto the non-drive side of the axle. You may need a tool to press the wave spring against the bearing face. NOTI CE Do not scratch the axle when using a tool to install the wave spring. Apply grease to the following locations on the drive side and non-drive side axle end: •...
E x p l o d e d V i e w - R e a r H u b Zipp 6903/61903 Hub Bearing Hub Shell Zipp 6903/61903 Hub Bearing End Cap Wave Spring Axle Ratchet Ring End Cap Driver Body...
R e a r H u b B e a r i n g R e m o v a l Procedures are the same for rim brake and disc brake rear hubs. Disc brake hub pictured. Insert the Park Tool AV-4 or AV-5 Axle and Spindle Vise Insert tool into a vise.
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Place the axle in between flat aluminum vise soft jaws, drive side down, with the bearing resting on top of the soft jaws. Make sure the axle bearing step does not contact the soft jaws. Use a plastic mallet to gently tap on the top of the non-drive end of the axle until it is dislodged from the bearing.
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Insert the 17 mm Bearing Puller slotted attachment through the drive side bearing. Align the slotted attachment with the bottom of the bearing, and expand it inside the bearing. Do not over tighten the slotted attachment. For more detailed assembly and usage, see the bearing puller manufacturer's instructions.
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Clean the bearing bores with a shop towel. Isopropyl Alcohol Shop Towel Clean the ratchet ring and hub internals with isopropyl alcohol, a shop towel, and cotton swabs. Do not remove the ratchet ring. Rear Hub Bearing Removal...
Install a new bearing onto the longer, non-drive side of the axle, with the blue bearing seal facing away from the raised step on the axle. Insert the non-drive side of the axle into a Zipp 61903 tool, with the flat, non-stepped end of the tool against the bearing.
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Install the non-drive side end of the axle through the hub and into the SRAM 6903 tool. SRAM 6903 Install a Zipp 61903 tool onto the drive side end of the axle with the stepped end of the tool contacting the bearing. Zipp 61903 Stepped End...
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If a brush is used to apply grease, confirm there are no loose bristles in the grease or on the part. Zipp Cognition or SRAM Butter Grease Apply grease to the last 10-15mm of the axle. Installation of the driver body will distribute the grease on the entire hub axle.
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Install the wave spring onto the non-drive side of the axle. You may need a tool to press the wave spring against the bearing face. NOTI CE Do not scratch the axle when using a tool to install the wave spring. Apply grease to the following locations on the drive side and non-drive side axle ends: •...
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