Giant 2002 TO PRESENT SUSPENSION Supplement Manual page 17

Maintenance (See Drawing #10):
The Protege/Cypress DS/MTX 250 DS frame is designed to be as maintenance
free as possible. However, before every ride, it is important that you inspect the
frame pivot for any play.
1) If there is play, remove the main swingarm pivot bolt, clean, and apply blue
Loctite .
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2) Reinstall pivot bolt to appropriate torque value.
3) If there is still play in the pivot, please see your Authorized Giant Dealer to
have your bike inspected for any needed repairs
Torque Settings:
1. Main Swingarm Pivot
2. Rear Shock Pivot
3. Front Shock Pivot
Drawing #10
= 100-120 Kgf-cm. or 86-105 in-lbs.
= 100-120 Kgf-cm. or 86-105 in-lbs.
= 100-120 Kgf-cm. or 86-105 in-lbs.
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