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Maintenance (See Drawing #15):
Before every ride, it is important that you inspect the frame pivots and links for
any looseness or play.
1) If there is play, make sure that the pivot bolts are tightened to the
appropriate torque value (see below).
2) If the pivot bolt is not tightened to the apporpriate torque value, unthread
the bolt enough to expose the receiving threads on frameset or linkage.
3) Put one drop of blue Loctite
TM
on the exposed receiving threads.
4) Tighten the bolt back to the appropriate torque value. Wipe off excess blue
Loctite
TM
on the back of the threads.
5) If there is still play in the pivot or linkage, you may need a new pivot kit.
Please see your Authorized Giant Dealer to have your bike inspected for any
needed repairs.
Torque settings:
1. Main pivot = 200-230 Kgf-cm or 172-198 in-lbs.
2. Front triangle/U-link = 100-120 Kgf-cm or 86-103 in-lbs.
3. Small links/chain stays = 100-120 Kgf-cm or 86-103 in-lbs.
4. U-link/small links: bolt = 100-110 Kgf-cm or 86-95 in-lbs.
U-link/small links: cap = 60-80 Kgf-cm or 52-69 in-lbs.
5. Lower shock mount = 100-120 Kgf-cm or 86-104 in-lbs.
6. Upper shock mount = 90-120 Kgf-cm or 78-103 in-lbs.
7. Dropout = 80-90 Kgf-cm or 69-86 in-lbs.
8. T-type bolt (rear axle) = 100-110 Kgf-cm or 86-95 in-lbs.
Drawing #15