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REAR SHOCK INSTALLATION
WARNING
Rear shock setup and configuration varies greatly between dierent bicycle manufacturers. Be sure to
refer to the owner’s manual for your bicycle. FOX products should be installed by a qualified bicycle
service technician, in accordance with FOX installation specifications. Improperly installed shocks can fail,
causing the rider to lose control, resulting in SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
If you are installing your shock on a bike for which the shock was not original equipment, follow the steps
below to ensure proper clearance before riding.
COIL SHOCKS
1. Remove the coil spring from your shock (see the ‘Removing the Coil Spring’ section).
2. Install the shock onto your frame according to your frame manufacturer’s instructions.
3. Slowly compress the suspension through its entire travel.
4. Check that the shock does NOT come within 3 mm of any portion of your frame or linkage as it cycles
through its travel.
5. Remove the shock from your frame, reinstall the coil spring (see the ‘Installing the Coil Spring’
section), and reinstall your shock. Check that the spring does not contact any portion of your frame
or linkage.
6. Set the sag according to instructions in this manal (see the ‘Sag Setting’ section) or online at
www.ridefox.com.
REMOVING THE COIL SPRING
The coil spring can be removed to check for shock clearance within the frame, or to change to a higher or
lower rate spring.
1. Note the original position of each rebound knob, as you will need to reinstall them later in this same
position. Hold the rebound knobs to keep them from turning, then use a 2.5 mm hex wrench to turn the
screw counterclockwise. Remove the screw and rebound knobs.
2. Turn the preload adjuster counter-clockwise approximately 8 clicks.
3. Move the coil spring and spring retainer toward the preload adjuster.
4. Remove the round wire retaining ring that holds the spring retainer to the shaft eyelet, then remove the
spring retainer.
5. Slide the coil spring o the shock body. You may need to remove mounting hardware if it interferes with
spring removal.