Crank Axle Set Replacement - Matrix R3XE-01 Service Manual

CHAPTER 9: PART REPLACEMENT GUIDE

9.22 CRANK AXLE SET REPLACEMENT

1) Remove the front shrouds as outlined in Section 9.15.
2) Remove the drive belt as outlined in Section 9.18
3) Remove the 3 screws holding the crank axle bearings in place on both sides (Figure A).
4) Bend the tabs of the nut on the left side of the frame so that this nut will turn (Figure B).
FIGURE A
FIGURE B
5) Use a 32 mm wrench to remove the crank axle nuts (Figure C). NOTE: This nut is reverse threaded.
FIGURE C
6) Once the nuts are removed, the crank axle can be removed from the right side of the frame.
7) Reverse Steps 1-6 to install a new crank axle set.
9) Test the bike as outlined in Section 9.23.
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