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How to change your cables and sheath ?

A new cable, a derailleur adjustment and the smooth and precise operation of the controls is guaranteed! Here is how to change your Road or MTB cables and sheath.
Tools needed : 5" BTR spanner / Phillips screwdriver / Cutting pliers / Cable cutters / Torque Wrench / Bike Stand


Changer sa câblerie - étape 1

Step 1

Remove the shifter cover.

Changer sa câblerie - étape 2

Step 2

Remove the cable end and detach it from the derailleur.

Changer sa câblerie - étape 3

Step 3

Remove the entire cable from the shifter.

Changer sa câblerie - étape 4/5/6

Steps 4/5/6

Remove the ducts from the frame. Cut the new ducts to the same length as the old ones.

Changer sa câblerie - étape 7

Step 7

Thread the new cable into the shifter.

Changer sa câblerie - étape 8/9

Steps 8/9

Place the sleeves, with end caps, on the frame.

Changer sa câblerie - étape 10

Step 10

Thread the cable into the sheaths.

Changer sa câblerie - étape 11

Step 11

Pull the cable by hand and attach it to the derailleur. Adjust your gears if necessary.

Changer sa câblerie - étape 12

Step 12

Cut the cable and crimp a ferrule onto it.

Changer sa câblerie - étape 13

Step 13

Replace the "cover" screw on the gearshift.

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