41 TREK SERVICE INFORMATION August 2016
3. Install the wave washer and with the grease facing up, slide the bearing seal onto the
axle (Figure 14.11).
Figure 14.13. Sliding the axle through the bearings
Figure 14.14. Metal bearing cover in place over the
bearing
Figure 14.12. Greasing the axle
Figure 14.11. Sliding the wave washer and bearing cover
onto the axle
5. Insert the axle through the drive-side bearing in the bottom bracket (Figure 14.13).
To Install The Non-Drive Side Crankarm
1. Apply a light coat of grease to the inside of the metal bearing seal.
2. With the grease side toward the bearing, slide the bearing seal onto the axle (Figure
14.14).
3. Follow the TruVativ GXP installation instructions to complete to install the non-drive
crank arm.
4. Tighten the crank bolt to the torque specifications (see page 38).
5. Follow the steps in “Inspecting the bottom bracket.”
4. Apply a light coat of grease to the bearing contact area of the axle (Figure 14.12).
The grease areas should be about 1 inch (25 mm) wide. On the drive side, start at the
bearing seal. On the non-drive side, start at the splines and apply toward the drive side
of the axle.