2005 Nixon Service Manual - Manitou

Reassembly of the IT System
1. It is recommended that when reassembling the
IT system that you start by installing the lower
assembly into the bottom of the inner leg first.
Be sure to apply a small amount of Prep M
grease to the Quad ring on the outside of the
piston and onto the threads of the inner leg
before inserting assembling into leg.
2. Twist shaft assembly as you insert piston past
the threads of inner leg. Tighten end cap to 25-
35inlbs (2.8-3.9Nm).
3. Refer to steps 8, 9, and 10 above in the “IT
Control Wire Change” for installation of the top
assembly.
4. Once this assembly is installed; the casting can
be installed, Semi Bath oil added, and all
fasteners secured.
5. When re-inflating the IT system, it is fastest if
you have someone depress the control lever and
hold it while you pump air into the system. This
way the system equalizes immediately. If you
do not have a second person to help, just add air
to the system and then periodically depress the
lever to equalize the pressure. This may have to
be done a couple of times in order to reach the
required air pressure.
6. It is recommended to initially set your fork up
with an air pressure that is approximately 75%
of your rider weight. Then you can fine tune
your ride by adding or deleting air as you need.
IT Service Kits
Lever Kit
Assembly
Cable
Guide
Lower
Assembly
Top Assembly
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