Section 1: Damping Systems
Absolute and TPC Damping System Service
Disassembly Instructions for Absolute and TPC Damping
1. First the rebound knob will need to be removed. Screw the rebound all the way in (clockwise), and then remove the 2mm hex screw inside the knob by turning it counter- clockwise. Remove the knob by pulling gently away from the fork.
2. Use an 8mm hex wrench to turn the damper shaft clockwise until it can be pushed into the casting. (see Fig. 1)
3. From the left leg dropout (Left when sitting on the bike), use a 10 or 11mm wrench to remove the compression rod screw.
4. Remove crown/steer/inner leg assembly from the outer leg casting by pulling firmly on the casting. The fork uses the Semi bath Lubrication system, use caution as the oil that is in the casting will be released when the casting is removed, it is best to do this over some type of catch pan.
5. For forks with Absolute compression damping:
a. Unscrew the 2mm Allen screw that holds the adjuster knob to the assembly and remove the knob. There are two ball bearings sitting on top of springs underneath the adjuster cap. Place those aside. Using a 24mm socket unscrew the Absolute assembly from the crown. Pull the assembly out of the fork leg. Fig 2 (Note: there will be a small amount of oil that comes out of the inner leg, when the assembly is pulled from the crown)