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Disassembly Tips
DisassemblY
ChanGes
We strive to make the best bikes in the world,
because of this dedication to be the best, we continually make
changes to our bikes as needed. As the bikes are improved,
assembly and setup instructions may be affected. Any
amendments to the existing Owners Manual can be found on
our website. www.yeticycles.com
linkaGe DisassemblY
Slide a washer on the threaded bolt then
slide this through the removal slug (1.5” long). Slide the tool assembly
through the Dogbone, shock connection point. On the opposing side slide
on the catch sleeve and washer, then thread the nut on.
linkaGe DisassemblY
Place the wrenches on the tool assembly
and turn to press the pin out.
frame DisassemblY
To remove the main pivot pin, place a 5mm
allen key on the button head bolt and a 6mm allen key on the pivot
pin. Turn counter-clockwise until the button head is removed. Then take an
8mm allen key and tap out the main pivot pin.
frame DisassemblY
To remove the shock mounting bolt, place on
5mm allen key on both end of the bolt and turn counter-clockwise.
One the male Yeti bolt is removed, take a 6mm allen key and tap out the
female end.
note:
this method works for all three mounting bolt s on a Fox Racing
shock. For a 5th element see the specified section on the following page.
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frame DisassemblY
First, take the two 5mm allen keys and loosen
one of the male Yeti bolts. Remove the loosened Yeti bolt and set aside
for reassembly.
frame DisassemblY
Slide a 4mm allen key inside of the threaded
steel pin and feel for the 4mm hex in the middle of the pin. Take the
5mm allen key and turn counterclockwise against the 4mm allen key to
break the assembly free. All the pieces to the seatstay pivot should now be
loose and slide apart.
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5th element DisassemblY nOte
The seatstay pivot has a unique disassembly technique. The
system is made up of a steel female pin threaded on both side with a 4mm broach in the middle. Attached to
this pin is two male Yeti bolts. Follow the instructions below to disassemble this pivot point. Also note there
is a diagram of the steel pin below to aid in disassembly.
4mm broach
threaded ends
steel Pin DiaGram
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