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DELUXE
SERVICE MANUAL
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  • Page 1 2023+ DELUXE SERVICE MANUAL GEN.0000000007153 Rev E © 2025 SRAM, LLC...

  • Page 2: Safety First

    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! ⚠ WA RNING - PR ESSU RIZED D EV ICE Suspension products may contain pressurized air, nitrogen, springs, and oil.

  • Page 3: Rockshox Service

    Retaining rings must be fully seated in the retaining ring groove. Confirm the retaining ring is fully seated in the retaining ring groove after installation. Do not use vinegar of any type to clean any part of a RockShox suspension product. Vinegar can cause permanent damage to parts which can, over time, result in product structural failure.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PARTS, TOOLS, AND SUPPLIES - COMPREHENSIVE...................................8 EXPLODED VIEW .......................................10 2025+ (C2) DELUXE ULTIMATE RCT ........................................10 2025+ (C2) DELUXE SELECT+ RT, DELUXE SELECT+ RL ..................................11 2025+ (C2) DELUXE SELECT R ..........................................12 2023-2024 (C1) DELUXE ULTIMATE RCT ........................................ 13 2023-2024 (C1) DELUXE SELECT+ RT, DELUXE SELECT+ RL ................................14 2023-2024 (C1) DELUXE SELECT R ..........................................

  • Page 5: Part Preparation And Service Procedures

    P a r t P r e p a r a t i o n 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.

  • Page 6: Model Code Identification

    Model Code example: RS-DLX-SEL-Gen C RS = Product Type - Rear Shock DLX = Platform/Series - Deluxe SEL = Model - Select Gen C = Version - (C - third generation, 1 - first 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.

  • Page 7: Recommended Service Intervals

    R e c o m m e n d e d S e r v i c e I n t e r v a l s 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.

  • Page 8: Parts, Tools, And Supplies - Comprehensive

    • Torque wrench • RockShox Suspension Cleaner or isopropyl alcohol 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. Parts, Tools, and Supplies - Comprehensive...
  • Page 9 Use only 2023-2025 (Gen C1) Deluxe spare parts with 2023-2025 (Gen C1) Deluxe. Use only 2026+ (Gen C2) Deluxe spare parts with 2026+ (Gen C2) Deluxe. 2018-2022 (Gen A-B) Deluxe spare parts and service kits are NOT compatible with 2023+ (Gen C) Deluxe. ⚠ WARN ING Before disassembly or service of any air system remove the air pressure from all air chambers and remove the air valve cores, unless otherwise instructed.

  • Page 10: Exploded View

    E x p l o d e d V i e w 2 0 2 5 + ( C 2 ) D e l u x e U l t i m a t e R C T Bearing dust cover (x2) Eyelet bearing (x2) Shaft eyelet (bearing eyelet) Rebound adjuster knob...

  • Page 11: 2025+ (C2) Deluxe Select+ Rt, Deluxe Select+ Rl

    Eyelet bearing (x2) Piston nut 42. Quad ring seal 52. Bearing dust cover (x2) 32. Detent ball 43. Bushing 53. Bearing mount bolt (x2) 33. Compression rod 44. Wiper seal 34. Lock piston 2025+ (C2) Deluxe Select+ RT, Deluxe Select+ RL...

  • Page 12: 2025+ (C2) Deluxe Select R

    44. Wiper seal 25. Piston nut 35. Damper body eyelet (standard eyelet) 45. Sag o-ring 26. Bleed screw 36. Air/nitrogen fill port 27. Nylon compression ball 37. Air valve 28. Sealhead/Air piston 38. Air valve cap 2025+ (C2) Deluxe Select R...

  • Page 13: 2023-2024 (C1) Deluxe Ultimate Rct

    45. Damper body (integrated bearing eyelet) 55. Sag o-ring 36. Compression rod 46. Bearing spacer 37. Lift plate 47. Bearing (x2) 38. Internal Floating Piston (IFP) 48. Bearing dust cover (x2) 39. Damper body (standard eyelet) 49. Counter Measure 2023-2024 (C1) Deluxe Ultimate RCT...

  • Page 14: 2023-2024 (C1) Deluxe Select+ Rt, Deluxe Select+ Rl

    29. Damper piston 40. Air can (linear) 50. Eyelet bearing (x2) 30. Piston nut Quad ring seal Bearing dust cover (x2) Detent ball 42. Bushing 52. Bearing mount bolt (x2) 32. Compression rod 2023-2024 (C1) Deluxe Select+ RT, Deluxe Select+ RL...

  • Page 15: 2023-2024 (C1) Deluxe Select R

    Air cap Rebound shims 37. Bearing Cover Bottomless Token(s) 22. Check plate 38. Standard Eyelet Bearing Adapter (23 mm) - compatible with all Deluxe (Gen C) models Washer 23. Rebound check shims 39. Counter Measure Travel reducer 24. Piston nut 40.

  • Page 16: Linear Xl Air Can (Optional Upgrade)

    L i n e a r X L A i r C a n ( o p t i o n a l u p g r a d e ) Counter Measure Air can sleeve Air can sleeve o-ring Bottomless Tokens (Linear XL) - do NOT install more than the maximum number of Bottomless Tokens as specified by air can size / shock stroke Air can (37.5-45 mm, 47.5-55 mm, or 57.5-65 mm) Linear XL Air Can (optional upgrade)

  • Page 17: Shock Eyelet Service - Standard Eyelet

    Bearing Adapter (optional): Follow the Mounting Hardware Removal and Eyelet Bushing Removal procedures if a RockShox Bearing Adapter (23 mm) will be installed into a damper shaft standard eyelet or damper body standard eyelet. If installed, remove the standard eyelet mounting hardware and standard eyelet bushing only.
  • Page 18 Insert the threaded rod (A) through the eyelet until the push pin (B) Insert the threaded rod (A) through the eyelet until the push pin (B) rests against the bushing pin. rests against the bushing pin. Thread the large, open end of the catcher (C) along the rod until it rests Thread the large, open end of the catcher (C) along the rod until it rests on the end spacer.
  • Page 19 Unthread the catcher from the threaded rod. Unthread the catcher from the threaded rod. Remove the end spacer and bushing pin from the tool. Remove the Remove the end spacer and bushing pin from the tool. Remove the spacer from the bushing pin. spacer from the bushing pin.

  • Page 20: Eyelet Bushing Removal

    To remove the eyelet bushing, use the RockShox 1/2" x 1/2" Rear Shock Bushing Tool. Bearing Adapter (optional): Remove the eyelet bushing from the eyelet that a RockShox Bearing Adapter will be installed into. Insert the threaded rod (A) through the eyelet until the base of the push Insert the threaded rod (A) through the eyelet until the base of the push pin (B) rests against the bushing.
  • Page 21 Clean the eyelet. Clean the eyelet. Repeat steps 1-3 for the other eyelet (if applicable). Repeat steps 1-3 for the other eyelet (if applicable). Optional Upgrade (Bearing Mount Frame Only): Optional Upgrade (Bearing Mount Frame Only): Standard Eyelet to Bearing Adapter - Proceed to Standard Eyelet to Bearing Adapter - Proceed to Standard Eyelet to Bearing Adapter Standard Eyelet to Bearing Adapter Installation...

  • Page 22: Eyelet Bushing Installation

    E y e l e t B u s h i n g I n s t a l l a t i o n Bearing Adapter Installation: Do not install a new bushing into the standard eyelet (shaft eyelet and/or damper body eyelet) if a Bearing Adapter will be installed.

  • Page 23: Eyelet Bushing Sizing

    E y e l e t B u s h i n g S i z i n g A new standard eyelet bushing can be sized before the mount hardware pin is installed to ensure optimal fit and function. NOTICE To prevent damage to the shock, clamp the shock with vise soft jaws in a vise.
  • Page 24 Hold the shock and Bushing Sizer steady and slowly close the vise Hold the shock and Bushing Sizer steady and slowly close the vise to drive the Bushing Sizer Pin through the bushing and into the Pin to drive the Bushing Sizer Pin through the bushing and into the Pin Catcher.

  • Page 25: Shock Eyelet Service - Bearing Adapter (23 Mm)

    A Deluxe (Gen C) with a standard eyelet (damper body eyelet and/or shaft eyelet) is compatible with the 23 mm RockShox Rear Shock Bearing Adapter only. To avoid permanent damage to a Deluxe (Gen C) rear shock, do NOT install a 26 mm RockShox Rear Shock Bearing Adapter into the damper body and/or damper shaft standard eyelet.
  • Page 26 Pull the shock upward to remove the remaining bearing adapter. Pull the shock upward to remove the remaining bearing adapter. Remove the remaining bearing adapter from the vise. Remove the remaining bearing adapter from the vise. Remove the bearing covers from the bearing adapters. Remove the bearing covers from the bearing adapters.

  • Page 27: Shock Eyelet Service - Integrated Bearing

    Deluxe Integrated Eyelet Bearing Dust Covers are available in 17 mm and 20 mm width only, and are only compatible with frames with 17 mm and 20 mm shock mounts. Confirm frame compatibility with your frame manufacture before installation.
  • Page 28 Position the eyelet flat in the vise. Position the eyelet flat in the vise. Use a bearing punch to push the spacer to one side. Use a bearing punch to push the spacer to one side. Place a punch against the back of the opposite bearing, and tap out Place a punch against the back of the opposite bearing, and tap out the bearing.
  • Page 29 Clean the bearing bores with a shop towel. Clean the bearing bores with a shop towel. RockShox Suspension Cleaner Integrated Bearing Removal...

  • Page 30: Integrated Bearing Installation

    I n t e g r a t e d B e a r i n g I n s t a l l a t i o n Install a new bearing flat into one bearing bore, then clamp the eyelet Install a new bearing flat into one bearing bore, then clamp the eyelet and bearing into a vise with soft jaws.
  • Page 31 Insert a new spacer into the eyelet, onto the bearing, then install a new Insert a new spacer into the eyelet, onto the bearing, then install a new bearing into the other bearing bore. bearing into the other bearing bore. Clamp the eyelet and bearing into a vise with soft jaws, then press the 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.
  • Page 32 Remove the shock from the vise. The bearing should sit approximately Remove the shock from the vise. The bearing should sit approximately 1 mm below the outer edge of the bearing bore. 1 mm below the outer edge of the bearing bore. The spacer may be off-center.
  • Page 33 Install new dust covers if the original dust covers are worn or damaged. Install new dust covers if the original dust covers are worn or damaged. NOTICE Before shock disassembly and service, the bearing dust covers MUST be removed. Install the dust covers only AFTER shock service is complete, and before installing the shock on the bicycle.

  • Page 34: Shock Eyelet Service - Bearing Eyelet Mount

    S h o c k E y e l e t S e r v i c e - B e a r i n g E y e l e t M o u n t Replace the bearings if they are not spinning freely, or if they are making a creaking noise. B e a r i n g R e m o v a l NOTICE To prevent damage to the shock, clamp the shock with vise soft jaws in a vise.
  • Page 35 Turn the shock over and repeat the bearing removal process. NOTICE Do not damage the shock when tapping out the bearing. Bearing Punch Hammer / Mallet 1/8" / 3 mm (OD) Clean the bearing bores. Clean the bearing bores. RockShox Suspension Cleaner Bearing Removal...

  • Page 36: Bearing Installation

    B e a r i n g I n s t a l l a t i o n Install a new bearing into one bearing bore, then clamp the eyelet and Install a new bearing into one bearing bore, then clamp the eyelet and bearing into a vise with soft jaws.
  • Page 37 Loosen the vise, and align the bearing press tool centered on the Loosen the vise, and align the bearing press tool centered on the bearing, then slowly tighten the vise. Check and confirm the bearing bearing, then slowly tighten the vise. Check and confirm the bearing press tool is centered and is not overlapping the bearing edge.
  • Page 38 Insert a new spacer into the eyelet, then install a new bearing into the Insert a new spacer into the eyelet, then install a new bearing into the other bearing bore. other bearing bore. Clamp the eyelet and bearing into a vise with soft jaws, then press the 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.
  • Page 39 Loosen the vise, and align the bearing press tool centered on the Loosen the vise, and align the bearing press tool centered on the bearing, then slowly tighten the vise. Check and confirm the bearing bearing, then slowly tighten the vise. Check and confirm the bearing press tool is centered and is not overlapping the bearing edge.

  • Page 40: Bearing Eyelet Mount - Replacement

    B e a r i n g E y e l e t M o u n t - R e p l a c e m e n t Remove the bearing dust covers. Remove the bearing dust covers. Remove the bearing eyelet mount bolts and remove the Remove the bearing eyelet mount bolts and remove the bearing eyelet mount assembly.

  • Page 41: Deluxe Service

    Use only 2023-2025 (Gen C1) Deluxe spare parts with 2023-2025 (Gen C1) Deluxe. Use only 2026+ (Gen C2) Deluxe spare parts with 2026+ (Gen C2) Deluxe. 2018-2022 (Gen A-B) Deluxe spare parts and service kits are NOT compatible with 2023+ (Gen C) Deluxe. ⚠ WARN ING Before disassembly or service of any air system remove the air pressure from all air chambers and remove the air valve cores.

  • Page 42: 200 Hour Service

    5 0 / 2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e A i r C a n S e r v i c e - R e m o v a l Adjust all damper settings to the open position. Adjust all damper settings to the open position.
  • Page 43 RockShox Schrader Valve Tool Clamp the shaft eyelet into a vise, with the shock positioned Clamp the shaft eyelet into a vise, with the shock positioned horizontally.
  • Page 44 Standard Eyelet: Standard Eyelet: Insert a cloth shop towel through the damper body Insert a cloth shop towel through the damper body eyelet to prevent the air can from forcefully ejecting from the shock. eyelet to prevent the air can from forcefully ejecting from the shock. Bearing Eyelet: Bearing Eyelet: If previously removed, temporarily install the bearing If previously removed, temporarily install the bearing...
  • Page 45 Use a rubber strap wrench to unthread the air can. Firmly turn the Use a rubber strap wrench to unthread the air can. Firmly turn the wrench counterclockwise to unthread the air can. wrench counterclockwise to unthread the air can. Once it is completely unthreaded, firmly pull the air can toward the end Once it is completely unthreaded, firmly pull the air can toward the end of the damper body until there is a gap between the air can and eyelet.

  • Page 46: Bottomless Tokens And Travel Reducer

    0 - 4 Bottomless Tokens, 0 - 1 negative volume Tokens. Deluxe Deluxe Linear XL Air Can: Linear XL Air Can: A Deluxe Linear XL air can may include the A Deluxe Linear XL air can may include the maximum number of installed Linear XL air can Bottomless Tokens.
  • Page 47 Some Deluxe rear shocks include a blue Travel Reducer which limits Some Deluxe rear shocks include a blue Travel Reducer which limits the compression stroke, or travel, as required for a particular bicycle the compression stroke, or travel, as required for a particular bicycle frame.
  • Page 48 Install Bottomless Tokens: Install Bottomless Tokens: Clamp the shaft eyelet into the vise. Clamp the shaft eyelet into the vise. Slide the bottom out washer and bumper up. Install the Bottomless Slide the bottom out washer and bumper up. Install the Bottomless Token around the damper shaft with the open end facing the adjusters.

  • Page 49: Air Can Service

    5 0 / 2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e A i r C a n S e r v i c e Remove the o-ring located below the shaft eyelet threads. Remove the o-ring located below the shaft eyelet threads. Clean the inside of the eyelet.
  • Page 50 Replace the air can if it is scratched or deformations using a light. Replace the air can if it is scratched or damaged. Scratches will cause air to leak. damaged. Scratches will cause air to leak. RockShox Suspension Cleaner RockShox Suspension Cleaner Air Can Service...
  • Page 51 Apply grease to a new quad ring seal. Apply grease to a new quad ring seal. Install the new quad ring seal by inserting one end into the deepest Install the new quad ring seal by inserting one end into the deepest groove in the air can, then push the remainder of the ring into the groove in the air can, then push the remainder of the ring into the groove.
  • Page 52 Remove the o-ring on the outside of the air can. Remove the o-ring on the outside of the air can. Clean the air can and eyelet threads with a shop towel. Clean the air can and eyelet threads with a shop towel. Apply grease to a new o-ring and install it onto the air can.

  • Page 53: Linear Xl Air Can - Outer Sleeve Service And Tuning

    L i n e a r X L A i r C a n - O u t e r S l e e v e S e r v i c e a n d T u n i n g In addition to requiring service, the Linear XL air can spring tune can be adjusted by removing or installing Linear XL air can Bottomless Tokens from and to the outer air can air chamber.
  • Page 54 Remove each sleeve o-ring and discard them. Remove each sleeve o-ring and discard them. Remove all installed Bottomless Tokens. Remove all installed Bottomless Tokens. Rubber Strap Wrench (x2) Rubber Strap Wrench (x2) Linear XL Air Can - Outer Sleeve Service and Tuning...
  • Page 55 Clean the air can. Clean the air can. Clean the air can sleeve. Clean the air can sleeve. RockShox Suspension Cleaner RockShox Suspension Cleaner RockShox Suspension Cleaner Install up to the maximum number of Bottomless Tokens as specified Install up to the maximum number of Bottomless Tokens as specified by air can size.
  • Page 56 Apply grease to new air can sleeve o-rings and install them. Apply grease to new air can sleeve o-rings and install them. RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease Apply a thin layer of Maxima PLUSH Light Suspension Lube to the Apply a thin layer of Maxima PLUSH Light Suspension Lube to the inside of the sleeve.
  • Page 57 Install the sleeve onto the air can. Wrap a clean shop towel around the Install the sleeve onto the air can. Wrap a clean shop towel around the sleeve, place the air can on a flat surface, and press the sleeve onto sleeve, place the air can on a flat surface, and press the sleeve onto the air can until it is fully seated.

  • Page 58: 50 Hour Service

    200 hour service procedures for removal and installation. Pick (non-metallic) RockShox Suspension Cleaner Apply grease to a new quad ring seal and install it onto the piston. Apply grease to a new quad ring seal and install it onto the piston.

  • Page 59: Damper Body Service

    If the Schrader valve does not move at all, the shock is still pressurized and will need to be sent to an authorized RockShox dealer for further and will need to be sent to an authorized RockShox dealer for further service.
  • Page 60 Clamp the damper body eyelet (standard or bearing) into the vise. Clamp the damper body eyelet (standard or bearing) into the vise. Remove the sealhead / air piston bleed screw. Remove the sealhead / air piston bleed screw. 2 mm Deluxe C1 2 mm Deluxe C1 2 mm Deluxe C2...
  • Page 61 Wrap a shop towel around the damper body. Wrap a shop towel around the damper body. Place an oil pan beneath the damper body. Place an oil pan beneath the damper body. ⚠ WAR NI NG - PRES SURI ZED DEVI CE Always wear certified safety glasses (ANSI Z87.1, EN166 EU).
  • Page 62 Spray RockShox Suspension Cleaner into the damper body. Spray RockShox Suspension Cleaner into the damper body. Place the damper body vertically onto a shop towel and allow the Place the damper body vertically onto a shop towel and allow the excess oil and cleaner to drain.

  • Page 63: Damper Piston Service

    NOTICE To prevent damage to the sealhead / air piston, position the sealhead / air piston below the damper piston and above the vise blocks. RockShox Vise Blocks (3-hole) - 10 mm slot Damper Piston Service...
  • Page 64 Ultimate RCT: Ultimate RCT: Pull the compression needle and lift plate assembly from Pull the compression needle and lift plate assembly from the damper piston and damper shaft. the damper piston and damper shaft. Set the compression needle assembly aside. Set the compression needle assembly aside.
  • Page 65 Ultimate RCT: Ultimate RCT: Align the guide pin (A) on the piston with the Align the guide pin (A) on the piston with the guide hole (B) in the Lock Piston Tool and position it onto the damper guide hole (B) in the Lock Piston Tool and position it onto the damper piston.
  • Page 66 Ultimate RCT, Select+ RT, Select+ RL: Ultimate RCT, Select+ RT, Select+ RL: Loosen the piston nut. Do not Loosen the piston nut. Do not remove it completely from the piston assembly to avoid separating the remove it completely from the piston assembly to avoid separating the parts.
  • Page 67 Select R: Select R: Unthread and remove the piston nut. Unthread and remove the piston nut. Select R 12 mm Select R Remove the damper from the vise. Clamp the shaft eyelet in the vise Remove the damper from the vise. Clamp the shaft eyelet in the vise and slide the sealhead/air piston down so it is easier to remove the and slide the sealhead/air piston down so it is easier to remove the piston assembly.
  • Page 68 Remove the sealhead / air piston assembly from the damper shaft. Ultimate RCT Select+ RT, Select+ RL Select R Remove the bottom out bumper and discard it. Remove the bottom out bumper and discard it. Deluxe C1 Deluxe C1 Deluxe C2 Deluxe C2 Damper Piston Service...
  • Page 69 Clean the damper shaft. Clean the damper shaft. Install a new bottom out bumper. Install a new bottom out bumper. Deluxe C1 Deluxe C1 Deluxe C2 Deluxe C2 Remove the sealhead / air piston internal o-ring seal and discard it.
  • Page 70 Apply grease to a new internal o-ring and install it. Apply grease to a new internal o-ring and install it. Grease Deluxe C1 Deluxe C1 Grease Deluxe C2 Deluxe C2 Remove the inner o-ring from the underside of the sealhead / air piston Remove the inner o-ring from the underside of the sealhead / air piston and discard it.
  • Page 71 Remove the nylon compression ball from the sealhead / air piston. Remove the nylon compression ball from the sealhead / air piston. Clamp the sealhead flat in a vise with soft jaws. Clamp the sealhead flat in a vise with soft jaws. NOTICE To avoid permanant damage to the sealhead, clamp the sealhead enough to hold it secure but not tight enough to deform the...
  • Page 72 The sealhead must be replaced if the quad ring groove is scratched and/or if the (A) fixed backup ring is removed. Pick (non-metallic) Deluxe C1 Deluxe C1 Pick (non-metallic) Deluxe C2 Deluxe C2...
  • Page 73 Apply grease to a new quad ring seal and install it. Install a new split backup ring above the quad ring seal. Install a new split backup ring above the quad ring seal. Grease Deluxe C1 Deluxe C1 Grease Deluxe C2 Deluxe C2 Clamp the shaft eyelet into the vise.
  • Page 74 Install the sealhead / air piston assembly onto the damper shaft. Install the sealhead / air piston assembly onto the damper shaft. Grease Deluxe C1 Grease Deluxe C2 Position the sealhead / air piston just below the end of the damper Position the sealhead / air piston just below the end of the damper shaft.
  • Page 75 RockShox Rear Shock Vise Blocks 3-hole - 10 mm slot Ultimate RCT: Ultimate RCT: Install the damper piston assembly (compression check...
  • Page 76 Select R: Select R: Install the damper piston assembly (top out plate, Install the damper piston assembly (top out plate, compression shims, piston, rebound shims, rebound check plate, check compression shims, piston, rebound shims, rebound check plate, check plate shim) onto the damper shaft. Center the shim stack under the plate shim) onto the damper shaft.
  • Page 77 Tighten the piston bolt (Ultimate RCT) or piston nut (Select+ RT, Tighten the piston bolt (Ultimate RCT) or piston nut (Select+ RT, Select+ RL, Select R) to the specified torque. Select+ RL, Select R) to the specified torque. ⚠ WAR NING - CRAS H HAZA RD Parts must be tightened to the specified torque.
  • Page 78 Ultimate RCT: Align the lock piston guide pin with the guide pin hole Align the lock piston guide pin with the guide pin hole on the Deluxe RCT / NUDE Lock Piston Tool and insert the lock piston on the Deluxe RCT / NUDE Lock Piston Tool and insert the lock piston onto the tool.
  • Page 79 Ultimate RCT: Ultimate RCT: Apply a small amount of grease to the end of the Apply a small amount of grease to the end of the compression rod. compression rod. Insert the compression rod into the piston bolt. Insert the compression rod into the piston bolt. Align the guide pin and lift plate.

  • Page 80: Ifp And Damper Body Service

    Unthread the air valve adapter and pump from the damper body. Unthread the air valve adapter and pump from the damper body. Shock Pump Air Valve Adapter Spray RockShox Suspension Cleaner inside and outside of the damper Spray RockShox Suspension Cleaner inside and outside of the damper body. body.
  • Page 81 Install the IFP into the damper body, tabbed side inside the damper first, indented side out. first, indented side out. Insert the Deluxe IFP Height Tool into the damper body, flat on top of Insert the Deluxe IFP Height Tool into the damper body, flat on top of the IFP.

  • Page 82: Shock Assembly And Bleed

    NOTICE Do not overtighten the vise tight enough to crush the damper body. The RockShox Rear Shock Body Vise Block holds the IFP in place. RockShox Rear Shock Body Vise Block Failure to use the vise block when clamping the damper body into the vise may result in improper IFP height.
  • Page 83 The sealhead / air piston may move and cause too much fluid to displace out of the damper body. much fluid to displace out of the damper body. Deluxe C1 Deluxe C2 Hold the damper body below the sealhead / air piston. Stabilize Hold the damper body below the sealhead / air piston.
  • Page 84 Insert a NEW nylon compression ball into the bleed port. Allow it to Insert a NEW nylon compression ball into the bleed port. Allow it to settle into place below the threads. settle into place below the threads. 2 mm Deluxe C1 2 mm Deluxe C1 2 mm Deluxe C2...
  • Page 85 Clean the oil from the sealhead. NOTICE Overtightening the bleed screw can damage the nylon compression ball. If the nylon compression ball is damaged, it must be replaced. 2 mm Deluxe C1 2 mm Deluxe C1 2 mm Deluxe C1...
  • Page 86 Thread the Thread the RockShox Rear Shock Air Valve Adapter Tool onto a shock pump and thread the other end into the damper body air/nitrogen fill port. Pressurize the damper body to 400 psi / 27.6 bar. If the proper fill equipment is available, nitrogen can be substituted If the proper fill equipment is available, nitrogen can be substituted for air.

  • Page 87: Air Can Installation

    5 0 / 2 0 0 H o u r S e r v i c e A i r C a n I n s t a l l a t i o n If removed during disassemby, install the negative volume Token. If removed during disassemby, install the negative volume Token.
  • Page 88 Install the air can onto the shock over the sealhead / air piston. Engage Install the air can onto the shock over the sealhead / air piston. Engage the seals into the air can and firmly push the air can over the sealhead / the seals into the air can and firmly push the air can over the sealhead / air piston toward the eyelet assembly.
  • Page 89 Spray RockShox Suspsension Cleaner onto the shock. Wipe the shock Spray RockShox Suspsension Cleaner onto the shock. Wipe the shock clean and remove any oil and grease. clean and remove any oil and grease. RockShox Suspension Cleaner Remove the shock from the vise. Clamp the damper body eyelet Remove the shock from the vise.
  • Page 90 Install a new sag indicator o-ring. Install a new sag indicator o-ring. For shocks with a Standard Eyelet damper body, go to Mounting Hardware - Standard Eyelet - Installation. For shocks with a Bearing Eyelet damper body, go to Damper Body Bearing Eyelet - Installation.

  • Page 91: Mounting Hardware - Standard Eyelet

    If you are unable to install your standard eyelet mounting hardware If you are unable to install your standard eyelet mounting hardware using your fingers, use the RockShox Rear Shock 1/2" x 1/2" Bushing using your fingers, use the RockShox Rear Shock 1/2" x 1/2" Bushing Tool.
  • Page 92 (C) and the eyelet. (C) and the eyelet. RockShox 1/2" x 1/2" Rear Shock Bushing Tool Thread the large, open end of the catcher (A) onto the threaded rod (B) Thread the large, open end of the catcher (A) onto the threaded rod (B) until the catcher rests on the eyelet.
  • Page 93 Press an end spacer, tapered side first, onto each end of the bushing Press an end spacer, tapered side first, onto each end of the bushing pin. pin. The bushing pin should be centered in the eyelet and no portion of The bushing pin should be centered in the eyelet and no portion of either end should protrude from either end spacer.

  • Page 94: Upgrade (Optional) - Standard Eyelet To Bearing Adapter (23 Mm)

    A Deluxe (Gen C) with a standard eyelet (damper body eyelet and/or shaft eyelet) is compatible with the 23 mm RockShox Rear Shock Bearing Adapter only. To avoid permanent damage to a Deluxe (Gen C) rear shock, do NOT install a 26 mm RockShox Rear Shock Bearing Adapter into the damper body and/or damper shaft standard eyelet.
  • Page 95 Confirm the crush ring is seated in the groove on the adapter. Confirm the crush ring is seated in the groove on the adapter. Insert the internal threaded bearing adapter (does not include a dimple Insert the internal threaded bearing adapter (does not include a dimple on each hex flat) into the eyelet and gently press it into the eyelet on each hex flat) into the eyelet and gently press it into the eyelet squarely.
  • Page 96 Tighten the bearing adapter to the specified torque. NOTICE Do NOT use a standard 22 mm socket to install the RockShox Rear Shock Bearing Adapter. A standard socket may not be compatible. Use ONLY an open end crowfoot or adjustable crowfoot socket.
  • Page 97 Original Bearing Adapter (if removed before service): Original Bearing Adapter (if removed before service): Install both Install both bearing covers. bearing covers. Bearing Adapter Installation...
  • Page 98 New Bearing Adapter: New Bearing Adapter: Install both bearing covers and position the Install both bearing covers and position the bearing adapter in the vise. bearing adapter in the vise. A new Bearing Adapter (23 mm) includes one bearing in the non- A new Bearing Adapter (23 mm) includes one bearing in the non- dimpled adapter that is not completely seated and must be pressed dimpled adapter that is not completely seated and must be pressed...
  • Page 99 Measure the total width of the installed RockShox Measure the total width of the installed RockShox Rear Shock Bearing Adapter, with both bearing covers installed, and confirm the total width and confirm the total width is within specification. is within specification.

  • Page 100: Bearing Eyelet Mount

    B e a r i n g E y e l e t M o u n t Replace the bearings if they are not spinning freely, or if they are making a creaking noise. B e a r i n g M o u n t I n s t a l l a t i o n Install the Bearing Eyelet Mount Assembly after service is complete.

  • Page 101: Shock Installation And Setup

    RockShox Suspension Tuning Guide RockShox Suspension Tuning Guide for procedures on setting rear shock air pressure and spring sag. for procedures on setting rear shock air pressure and spring sag. Adjust the rebound and compression settings to the pre-service settings written down in the...
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