Vtt6 & Abs+ Damper Installation - Manitou MATTTOC PRO Service Manual

Mattoc exp/comp, JUnit, & Circus casting INSTALL
Install the rebound knob using a
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2mm Hex wrench. Add a small drop
of blue Loctite to the screw before
installation to prevent the screw
from backing out during riding.
Note: Be sure to hold the knob
still while removing the screw. The
damper adjuster may be damaged
if the knob is over torqued.
Thread the other lock-nut onto
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the spring shaft adapter. Holding
the lock-nut with a 14mm Pro /
Expert, 19mm Comp box wrench,
use an 8mm socket tighten the
compression rod adapter to 35–40
in-lb [3.95–4.5 Nm] by turning
them counter-clockwise. Do not
overtighten, doing so can damage
the threads.
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VTT6 and ABS+ DAMPER Installation
Fill damper leg about 3/4 full with
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Maxima fork oil (85-0023).
Install the axle into the fork without
2
a hub or wheel. Cover the damper
leg opening with a lint-free towel.
Using a wood block or similar
raised support underneath the axle,
compress the fork 10-15 times.
The raised support should be
wide enough and long enough to
safely support the axle as well as
tall enough to eliminate contact
rebound knob. Do not overtighten
the axle bolt.
With the fork fully extended add oil
3
to the height of 75mm measured
from the top of the stanchion.
NOTE: OIL HEIGHT IS SET WITH
FORK FULL EXTENDED AND
CASTING INSTALLED
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