D 232 / D 232 ONETECHNICAL MANUAL
V2023.02

1. GENERAL........................................................................ 3
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
1.9

VALIDITY................................................................. 3
SAFETY.................................................................... 3
TARGET GROUP...................................................... 3
LAYOUT................................................................... 3
DT SWISS MANUAL CONCEPT.............................. 3
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION........... 4
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION........................... 4
EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY...................................... 4
WARRANTY............................................................. 4

2. OVERVIEW....................................................................... 5
3. SERVICE KITS................................................................. 7
4. SERVICE AND CARE....................................................... 14
4.1 SAFETY.................................................................... 14
4.2 SERVICE INTERVALS.............................................. 14
4.3 CARE....................................................................... 14
5. TROUBLE SHOOTING..................................................... 15
6. SMALL SERVICE............................................................. 18
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4

REMOVING THE SEAT POST.................................. 18
CLEANING THE PARTS.......................................... 21
FITTING THE SEAT POST....................................... 22
CHECK THE FUNCTIONALITY................................ 24

7. FULL SERVICE................................................................ 25
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4

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REMOVING THE SEAT POST.................................. 25
DISASSEMBLING THE SEAT POST........................ 27
ASSEMBLING THE SEAT POST.............................. 32
FITTING THE SEAT POST....................................... 40

1. GENERAL
1.1 VALIDITY
This manual describes the component specified on the front page and the footer. This manual isvalid for the design of the product as of 14.02.23. Deviations are possible and all items are subject totechnical changes.

1.2 SAFETY
The safety instructions are classified as follows:

DANGER...indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION… indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, may result in minor ormoderate injury.

NOTE… indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in damage to property.

1.3 TARGET GROUP
This manual is intended for the user of the component and dealers. This manual offers theexperienced user the possibility to carry out minor service work himself. If you have any doubts about
your own abilities, you should definitely contact an expert or a DT Swiss Service Center.
Any warranty claims will lapse if work is not carried out properly.

1.4 LAYOUT
The cover page and the footing provide information about the type of product and manual as well as
the version of the manual. The DT Swiss contact details can be found on the back. A list of all DT Swiss
service centers can be found at www.dtswiss.com.
This manual is intended for being printed as an A5 booklet. Only print this manual if electronic usage is
not possible.

1.5 DT SWISS MANUAL CONCEPTThe DT Swiss manuals are split into the following types of manuals:••

User Manual: Information for the end user on how to install and use the component.
Technical Manual: Detailed information for the end user and the dealer on how to maintain thecomponent, spare parts and technical data.

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1.6 GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
Unless otherwise specified, moving parts, threads, O-rings and sealings must be greased before
assembly.

CLEANING
For an optimal result of the maintenance work, every component that will be disassembled must be
cleaned. Only use cleaners and degreasers which do not damage the components. Especially thecleaning of O-rings and sealings requires mild cleaners. Observe the instructions for use of therespective cleaner.
DT Swiss recommends the following cleaners:•••

Motorex Rex
Motorex Swissclean
Motorex OPAL 2400, 3000 OPAL, OPAL 5000

Use soap water or similar mild cleaners for external cleaning.

TOOLS
To ensure a damage-free mounting and dismounting of the components, only use the tools which
are mentioned in this manual. Special tools are indicated at the beginning of a chapter in the table"Required material".
The use of different tools is at the discretion of the user. If components are damaged by the usage ofdiffering tools, the user is liable.
DT Swiss special tools are precision tools. Damage-free mounting and dismounting of the components
can only be ensured if the tools are working properly and if the condition of the tools are perfect.
Always keep the tools in their original packaging or adequate devices to prevent damage.

1.7 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
The statutory regulations shall apply. Whenever possible, avoid creating waste. Waste, especiallycarbon, lubricants, cleaners and any other fluids must be disposed in an environmentally compatible
manner.
Only print this manual if electronic usage is not possible.

1.8 EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY
The activities listed in this manual may only be carried out by persons with sufficient specialist
knowledge. The user is liable for any damage or consequential damage caused by wrongly maintained
or installed components. If you have doubts, please contact an expert or your region's DT Swiss pro
level service center.

1.9 WARRANTY
Warranty conditions can be found at www.dtswiss.com.

42. OVERVIEW
1

2
3

4

9

5
6

16
7

15

14

13

12

11

8

10

17

19 18

20

24

23

22

21

25
26

Pos
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26

Description
barrel nut (2x)upper seat clamp
lower seat clamp
seat clamp screw (2x)slider tube
O-ringcoil springouter coil spring guide
upper stop release piston
release piston
coil spring release piston
guide for release piston
raster ring**
O-ringO-ringlock nut
guide ringguide keylatch (5x)seat tube
internal actuating spoke
O-ringlower seat tube coverquick release slider
quick release housing
O-ring*only available for DT Swiss Service Centers

included in Service Kit
D232 SEAT CLAMP KIT / D232 SEAT CLAMP SCREW KITD232 / D232 ONE SEAT CLAMP KIT
D232 / D232 ONE SEAT CLAMP KIT
D232 / D232 ONE SEAT CLAMP KIT / SEAT CLAMP SCREW KITD232 / D232 ONE SLIDER TUBE KIT
D232 GUIDING KIT
D232 REPLACEMENT SPRING
D232 GUIDING KIT
D232 LATCH SYSTEM KIT
D232 LATCH SYSTEM KIT
D232 LATCH SYSTEM KIT
D232 LATCH SYSTEM KIT
D232 LATCH SYSTEM KIT / RASTER RING KIT
D232 GUIDING KIT
D232 SLIDER TUBE NUT KIT / SLIDER TUBE NUT O-RING KIT
D232 SLIDER TUBE NUT KIT
D232 GUIDING KIT
D232 / D232 ONE SLIDER TUBE KIT
D232 LATCH SYSTEM KIT / D232 BALL REPL. KIT*
D232 / D232 ONE SEAT TUBE REPLACEMENT*D232 QUICK CONNECTOR KIT
D232 QUICK CONNECTOR KIT
D232 / D232 ONE QUICK CONNECTOR CAP KIT
D232 QUICK CONNECTOR KIT
D232 QUICK CONNECTOR KIT
D232 QUICK CONNECTOR KIT

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conical**There are two versions of the rasterring: cylindrical and conical. If acylindrical raster ring is installed inyour D 232 and your D 232 drops on its
own without pressing the remote lever,contact a DT Swiss Service Center.

6cylindrical3. SERVICE KITS
D232 SLIDER TUBE KITItem No: DWKD232S30508S
1x guide key
1x slider tube aluminum
1x spring guide
The spring guide is pre-assembled in theslider tube.

D232 ONE SLIDER TUBE KITItem No: DWKD232S30507S
1x guide key
1x slider tube carbon
1x spring guide
The spring guide is pre-assembled in theslider tube.
D232 LATCH SYSTEM KIT
Item No: DWKD232X30510S
1x upper stop for release piston
1x release piston
1x coil spring release piston
1x guide for release piston
1x raster ring
5x latch
D232 RASTER RING KITItem No: DXXXXXXX24677S
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D232 QUICK CONNECTOR CAP KIT Ø27.2
Item No: DWKD232X30511S
1x lower seat tube cover Ø27.2 mm
1x O-ring Ø18 x 2.5 mm

D232 QUICK CONNECTOR CAP KIT Ø30.9
Item No: DWKD232X30512S
1x lower seat tube cover Ø30.9 mm
1x O-ring Ø22 x 2.5 mm

D232 ONE QUICK CONNECTOR CAP KIT
Ø27.2
Item No: DWKD232X30514S
1x lower seat tube cover Ø27.2 mm
1x O-ring Ø18 x 2.5 mm

D232 ONE QUICK CONNECTOR CAP KIT
Ø30.9
Item No: DWKD232X30513S
1x lower seat tube cover Ø30.9 mm
1x O-ring Ø22 x 2.5 mm

D232 QUICK CONNECTOR KIT
Item No: DWKD232X30515S
1x quick release housing
1x O-ring Ø6 x 1.5 mm
1x quick release slider
2x threaded pin M4 x 4 mm
1x Internal actuating spoke

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D232 SLIDER TUBE NUT KIT
Item No: DWKD232X30516S
1x guide ring Ø28 x 32 x 10 mm
1x lock nut
1x wiper seal
1x O-ring
The wiper seal, O-ring and guide ring are
pre-assembled.
D232 GUIDING KITItem No: DWKD232X30517S
1x guide ring Ø25 x 28 x 10 mm
2x O-ring Ø23 x 3 mm
1x outer coil spring guideØ27.5 x 20.9 x 27 mm
1x guide ring Ø28 x 32 x 10 mm

D232 ONE CARBON SEAT CLAMP KIT
Item No: DWKD232C30518S
1x upper seat clamp carbon
1x lower seat clamp carbon
2x barrel nut
1x seat clamp screw Ti
M6 / Ø10 x 36 mm
1x seat clamp screw Ti
M6 / Ø10 x 46 mm
D232 ALUMINIUM SEAT CLAMP KIT
Item No: DWKD232S30519S
1x upper seat clamp aluminum
1x lower seat clamp aluminum
2x barrel nut
1x seat clamp screw
M6 / Ø10 x 36 mm
1x seat clamp screw
M6 / Ø10 x 46 mm

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9D232 ONE TITAN SEAT CLAMP SCREW KIT
Item No: DWKD232S30520S
2x barrel nut
1x seat clamp screw Ti
M6 / Ø10 x 36 mm
1x seat clamp screw Ti
M6 / Ø10 x 46 mm

D232 STEEL SEAT CLAMP SCREW KIT
Item No: DWKD232N30521S
2x barrel nut
1x seat clamp screw
M6 / Ø10 x 36 mm
1x seat clamp screw
M6 / Ø10 x 46 mm

D232 REPLACEMENT SPRING
Item No: DWKD232N30522S
1x coil spring10D232 SEAT TUBE REPLACEMENT Ø27.2
Item No: DWKD232S30523S
Only available for DT Swiss service centers

D232 SEAT TUBE REPLACEMENT Ø30.9
Item No: DWKD232S30524S
Only available for DT Swiss service centers

D232 ONE SEAT TUBE REPLACEMENT
Ø27.2
Item No: DWKD232C30525S
Only available for DT Swiss service centers

D232 ONE SEAT TUBE REPLACEMENT
Ø30.9
Item No: DWKD232C30526S
Only available for DT Swiss service centers

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11D232 BALL REPLACEMENT KIT
Item No: DWKD232N30527S
10 x latch
Only available for DT Swiss service centers

D232 SLIDER TUBE NUT O-RING KITItem No: DWKD232X34575S
5x O-ring slider tube nut

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L1 REMOTE LEVER
Item No: LL1XX4LXXXSA29724S
1x remote lever
1x shift cable Ø1.1 mm, length 2100 mm
2x cable end crimp

L1 REMOTE LEVER SHORT
Item No: LL1BY4LXXXSO35546S
1x handlebar clamp
1x L2 remote lever

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4. SERVICE AND CARE
4.1 SAFETYDANGER
RISK OF INJURY DUE TO WRONG MAINTENANCE OF THE SEAT POST!
Incorrect maintenance or assembly of the seat post can lead to incorrect function!
• Maintenance and assembly may only be done by a skilled professional.
• In case of any doubt, contact a DT Swiss service center.
• Only use original spare parts.

4.2 SERVICE INTERVALS
If service intervals are not respected, any warranty claims can be denied.
Task

Interval

Full service
see “7. Full service“ on page 25

Annually or after 200 operating hours

Small service
see “6. Small Service“ on page 18

50 operating hours
more frequently in case of extreme operating
conditions.

Check the seat post for damage and cracks.
If there is any damage, contact the DT Swiss service
center.

Before and after every rideand after a crash

Check the fastening is correct / check tightening
torques

Before each ride

Check the functionality

Before each ride

Seat post care (see below)

After each ride

4.3 CARE
The following care and cleaning instructions must be observed:
•
•
•
•
•

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Clean the seat post with a damp cloth after each ride. Remove dirt accumulations in the areaof the wiper seal.
Never use aggressive cleaners that damage the wiper seal.
Never use high pressure cleaners. Water and dirt can get into the seat post and damage it!
Remove all visible, dried dirt from the area of the wiper seal. This will prevent dirt from getting
into the seat post.
It is not necessary to grease the seat post in the area of the wiper seal.

5. TROUBLE SHOOTING
Issue

ReasonSolution

Seat post does notcompress or extend
properly.

dirty / too little grease

Small service(details, see chap. 6 / page 18).

O-ring (No. 13) crushed /defective

Disassemble the seat postcompletely and clean all parts.
Replace guiding kit(details, see chap. 7 / page 25).

wiper seal of lock nut damaged

Disassemble the seat postcompletely and clean all parts.
Replace slider tube nut kit(details, see chap. 7 / page 25).

release piston jammed

Disassemble the seat postcompletely and clean all parts.
Replace latch system kit(details, see chap. 7 / page 25).

cable tension too low

increase tension of the cable

cable torn

replace cable

cable unhooked from thequickconnector

Dismount the seat post and attach
the cable.

quickconnector damaged

Replace the quickconnector kit(details, see chap. 7 / page 25).

lower seat tube cover damaged

Install a new seat tube cover(details, see chap. 7 / page 25).

connection of quickconnector
and actuating spoke loose

Clamp the actuating spoke tothe quickconnector (details, see“Mounting the quickconnector“ onpage 35).

actuating spoke defective

Replace the actuating spoke(details, see “Mounting thequickconnector“ on page 35).

release piston jammed

Disassemble the seat postcompletely and clean all parts.
Replace the latch system kit(details, see chap. 7 / page 25).

O-ring (No. 13) crushed /defective

Disassemble the seat postcompletely and clean all parts.
Replace the guiding kit(details, see chap. 7 / page 25).

raster ring tilted due to loose
lock nut

Check the tightness of the lock nut,
check whether the O-ring (Nr. 14) isdamaged or present.

Seat post blocked / does
not release.

Align the raster ring correctly andtighten the lock nut hand-tight.
When the lock nut is tightened,
there must be no air gap between
the lock nut and the slider tube.

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IssueReasonSolution

Seat post does not lockcorrectly in the upper
position.

dirty / too little grease

Small service (details, see chap. 6 /page 18).

cable tension too highReduce the tension of the cable.

tension of the actuating spokeon the quickconnector too highReduce the tension of the actuating
spoke (details, see “Mounting thequickconnector“ on page 35).

release piston jammed

Disassemble the seat postcompletely and clean all parts.
Replace the latch system kit(details, see chap. 7 / page 26).

or / andSeat post releases without
pushing the remote lever
down.

wear of the locking mechanism
coil spring defective

Small service and exchange of thecoil spring (details, see chap. 6 /page 18).

raster ring tilted due to loose
lock nut

Check the tightness of the lock nut,
check whether the O-ring (Nr. 14) isdamaged or present.
Align the raster ring correctly andtighten the lock nut hand-tight.
When the lock nut is tightened,
there must be no air gap between
the lock nut and the slider tube.

Seat post does not lockcorrectly in the lower
position.
or / andSeat post automaticallyreleases upwards.

cylindrical raster ring (see “2.
Overview“ on page 5) canted

Contact a DT Swiss service center.

seat post has not locked
correctly because there is notenough force on the seat post
when lowering

Compress with more force until themechanical stop.

dirty / too little grease

Small service (details, see chap. 6 /page 18).

cable tension too highReduce the tension of the cable.

tension of the actuating spokeon the quickconnector too highReduce the tension of the actuating
spoke (details, see “Mounting thequickconnector“ on page 35).

release piston jammed

Disassemble the seat postcompletely and clean all parts.
Replace the latch system kit(details, see chap. 7 / page 25).

wear of the locking mechanism

axial play of the slider
tube in one or both locking
positions

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wear of the locking groove inthe slider tube

Disassemble the seat postcompletely and clean all parts.
Replace the slider tube kit (details,
see chap. 7 / page 25).

O-ring (No. 13) crushed /defective

Disassemble the seat postcompletely and clean all parts.
Replace guiding kit (details, seechap. 7 / page 25).

cable tension too highReduce the tension of the cable.

tension of the actuating spokeon the quickconnector too highReduce the tension of the actuating
spoke (details, see “Mounting thequickconnector“ on page 35).

IssueReasonSolutionstrong rotational play of the wear of the guide key
slider tube
wear of the locking groove inthe slider tube

Disassemble the seat postcompletely and clean all parts.
Replace slider tube kit (details, seechap. 7 / page 25).

seat post makes noise
while riding

dirty / too little grease

Small service (details, see chap. 6/ page 18).

seat clamp dirty

Disassemble and clean the seatclamp .

seat post clamp dirty

Remove the seat post, clean thesurfaces, apply grease or assembly
paste and install (details, see chap.
7 / page 25).

The cause of the noise does not come from the seat post, but fromanother component of the bicycle.
cable runs roughdirty / too little grease

Small service (details, see chap. 6 /page 18).

cable or cable housing dirty or
defective

Replace cable or cable housing(details, see user manual at
dtswiss.com).

guide of the remote leverdefective

Replace remote lever (details, seeuser manual at dtswiss.com).

release piston jammed

Disassemble the seat postcompletely and clean all parts.
Replace latch system kit (details,
see chap. 7 / page 25).

incorrect use of the seat post:
seat post is lowered under full
load

Relieve the seat post briefly while
operating the remote lever.

cable tension too low

Increase tension of the cable.

guide of the remote leverdefective

Replace the remote lever (details,
see user manual at dtswiss.com).

strong radial play in riding
direction

excessive wear on the guides

Disassemble the seat postcompletely and clean all parts.
Replace guiding kit / slider tube
nut kit (details, see chap. 7 / page
25).

seat tube damaged

crashDisassemble the seat postcompletely, replace seat tube*(details, see chap. 7 / page 25).

seat clamps damaged or
brokencrash

Replace the seat clamp.

seat clamp screw defective

wrong tool / torque exceeded

Replace the seat clamp screws.

seat clamp screws loosen

torque wrench

Apply medium strength thread lockon the seat clamp screws.

high actuating forces at the
remote levercable blocked

play of the remote lever

In case of further issues or questions, please contact your dealer or a DT Swiss service center.
*only available for DT Swiss Service Centers

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6. SMALL SERVICE
A small service can be carried out without removing the seat post from the bike frame and without
removing the saddle.
A small service should be carried out in the following cases:••

Interval for a small service has elapsed (50 operating hours).
Malfunctions (see also “5. Trouble Shooting“ on page 15), e.g.
• seat post does not compress or extend properly• seat post does not lock correctly in the upper/lower position• seat post releases without pushing the remote lever downwards/upwards• seat post makes noises while riding• shift cable runs sluggishly / high actuating forces on remote lever / shift cable blocked

Preparatory Steps
Make sure that the seat post is in the extended position. If not, extend the seat post by pressing the
remote lever.
Clean the seat post.
Check all functions of the seat post. If malfunctions occur, observe the information in the table inchapter “5. Trouble Shooting“ on page 15!
Required Material

Specification

Quantity

universal grease

Slick Honeyas required

cleaners

Motorex Rex, Motorex Swissclean, Motorex OPAL 2400,
OPAL 3000, OPAL 5000 or similar

as required

6.1 REMOVING THE SEAT POST

1. Press the saddle down slightly and unscrew the lock nut from the slider tube by hand.

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2. Pull the slider tube off the seat tube.
3. Pull the coil spring out of the seat tube.

4. Remove the guide ring from the upper end of
the seat tube.

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5. Operate the remote lever and slide the rasterring downwards when the remote lever ispushed.

6. Take the five latches out of the recesses in theseat tube.
TIP: A magnet makes it easier to remove thelatches.

7. Pull the spring guide out of the seat tube.

206.2 CLEANING THE PARTS
1. Clean all parts with an appropriate cleaner.
We recommend one of the following cleaners:•••

Motorex Rex
Motorex Swissclean
Motorex OPAL 2400, 3000 OPAL, OPAL
5000

2. Check all parts for excessive wear and replaceworn parts if necessary.

3. Check that the O-ring on the lock nut ispresent and undamaged. Fit / replace O-ring
if necessary.

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6.3 FITTING THE SEAT POST
1. Lightly grease the inner surface of the seattube and the spring guide.
2. Push the spring guide into the seat tube.

GREASE

3. Generously grease the recesses for thelatches in the seat tube.
4. Insert the five latches into the recesses in theseat tube.
5. Grease the entire area around the latches.

GREASE

6. Press the remote lever and simultaneously
slide the raster ring over the latches.
7. Grease the entire area around the raster ring.

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8. Grease the guide ring and the groove for theguide ring in the seat tube.
9. Slide the guide ring on the seat tube.
10. Grease the entire area around the guide ring.

GREASE

11. Make sure that the entire sliding area of theseat post is greased.
12. Grease the spring and the inner surface of theslider tube.
13. Push the coil spring into the seat tube.
14. Slide the slider tube onto the seat tube.
Make sure that the guide key slides into theguide groove of the slider tube.

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16. Tighten the lock nut firmly by hand.
→ There must be no visible gap between slider tube and lock nut.
17. Lower the seat post several times and remove excess grease.

6.4 CHECK THE FUNCTIONALITY
1. Check the tension of the cable and adjust the tension if necessary using the cable adjuster on the
remote lever.
→ If the tension in the switch cable is too low, there may be some play in the remote lever.
→ If the tension in the switch cable is too high, there may be some vertical play in the seat post.
2. Actuate the remote lever and push the seat post down. Release the remote lever once the seatpost is no longer in the top fixed position.
→ It must be possible to push the seat post down with slight resistance.
→ The seat post must latch in the lowered position with a noticeable click.
3. Briefly actuate the remote lever while the seat post is fixed in the lower position. Do not apply aload to the saddle while doing so.
→ The seat post must immediately return to the top position after actuating the remote lever.
→ The seat post must be fixed in the top position; it must not be possible to press it down evenwith the remote lever pressed.
4. Check that the seat post clamp is clamping correctly: Stand behind your bicycle, grasp the saddle
with one hand and attempt to twist the seat post.
→ It must be impossible to twist the seat post.

247. FULL SERVICE
A full service should be carried out in the following cases:••

Interval for a full service has elapsed (annually or after 200 operating hours)
Replacement of a component due to a malfunction that requires complete disassembly of theseat post. See also “5. Trouble Shooting“ on page 15.

7.1 REMOVING THE SEAT POST
Preparatory Steps
Make sure that the seat post is in the extended position. If not, extend the seat post by pressing the
remote lever.
Clean the seat post
Check all functions of the seat post.
If malfunctions occur, observe the information in the table in chapter “5. Trouble Shooting“ on page
15!

DISMOUNTING SADDLE AND SEAT CLAMP
1. Unscrew both saddle clamp bolts.
2. Pull the saddle upwards with the upper seatclamp.
3. Remove the barrel nuts from the upper seatclamp.

REMOVING THE L1 REMOTE LEVER FROM THE HANDLEBAR
1. Loosen the clamp fixing screw and remove theremote lever from the handlebar.

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REMOVING THE L1 TRIGGER LEVER FROM THE HANDLEBAR
1. Dismount the grip.
2. Loosen the clamp fixing screw and remove theremote lever from the handlebar.

REMOVING THE SEAT POST FROM THE BIKE FRAME
1. Screw the cable adjuster on the remote leverin fully to relieve the tension.
2. If present, release the cable clamps on thebike frame.
3. Open the seat post clamp, pull the seat post
carefully out of the bike frame while feeding
the cable at the same time.
4. Pull the cable housing on the quickconnector
downwards and detach the cable housing.
5. Detach the cable from the quickconnector.

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7.2 DISASSEMBLING THE SEAT POST
1. Unscrew the lock nut from the slider tube byhand.

2. Pull the slider tube off the seat tube.
3. Pull the coil spring from the seat tube.

4. Remove the guide ring.

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5. Press the guide key out of the seat tube using
an M3 screw with a minimum thread lengthof 5 mm.

6. Slide a 6 mm hex key from above into the stopof the release piston and press the releasepiston slightly downwards.

7. Push the raster ring upwards with the releasepiston pressed down and remove the rasterring from the seat tube.

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8. Take the five latches out of the recesses in theseat tube.
TIP: A magnet makes it easier to remove thelatches.

9. Slide the lock nut and O-ring off the seat tube.

10. Pull the spring guide out of the seat tube.

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DISMOUNT THE QUICKCONNECTOR
1. Unscrew the clamping screw of the actuating
spoke a few turns.

2. Pull the quickconnector with the slider down.
3. Remove the seat tube cover.

4. Push the actuating spoke upwards and pull
the actuating spoke out of the seat tube fromthe top.

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REMOVING THE RELEASE PISTON FROM THE SEAT TUBE
1. Screw the stop of the release piston out of theseat tube using an 8 mm hex key.

2. Take the release piston, the spring and theguide of the release piston out of the seattube.

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7.3 ASSEMBLING THE SEAT POSTMOUNTING THE LOCK NUT
Required Material

Specification

Quantity

SLIDER TUBE NUT KIT

Art. No.: DWKD232X30516S

1*

Details, see “Service Kits“ on page 7
D232 SLIDER TUBE NUT
O-RING KITArt. No.: DWKD232X34575S

universal grease

Slick Honey

1*

Details, see “Service Kits“ on page 7
as required*The service kit only needs to be replaced if there is a seat post malfunction (see “Trouble Shooting“
on page 15). In case of malfunction, all parts of the required service kit should be replaced.
1. Check that the O-ring on the lock nut ispresent and undamaged. Fit / replace O-ring
if necessary.
2. Grease the inner surface of the lock nut, thesliding surface of the seat tube and the O-ring.
3. Slide the lock nut and O-ring onto the seat
tube.

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MOUNTING THE RELEASE MECHANISM
Required Material

Specification

Quantity

D232 LATCH SYSTEM KIT Art. No.: DWKD232X30510S

1*

Details, see “Service Kits“ on page 7
universal grease

Slick Honeyas required*The service kit only needs to be replaced if there is a seat post malfunction (see “Trouble Shooting“
on page 15). In case of malfunction, all parts of the required service kit should be replaced.
1. Grease the guide, spring, release piston andinner surface of the seat tube.
2. Insert the guide, spring and release piston
into the seat tube.

3. Push the stop for the release piston into theseat tube and tighten the stop with an 8 mm
hex key to a torque of 4 Nm.
→ The recess of the stop must point
upwards.

4. Place the raster ring on the seat tube.
→ The bigger diameter of the cone must
point downwards (towards the lock nut).

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5. Grease the recesses for the latches and insert
the latches.

6. Slide a 6 mm hex key from the top into thestop of the release piston and press therelease piston slightly downwards.
7. Slide the raster ring upwards over the latcheswith the release piston pressed down.

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MOUNTING THE QUICKCONNECTOR
Required Material

Specification

Quantity

QUICK CONNECTORCAP KITD 232 Ø27.2 Art. No.: DWKD232X30511S

1*

D 232 Ø30.9 Art. No.: DWKD232X30512S
D 232 ONE Ø27.2 Art. No.: DWKD232X30514S
D 232 ONE Ø30.9 Art. No.: DWKD232X30513S
Details, see “Service Kits“ on page 7

QUICK CONNECTOR KITArt. No.: DWKD232X30515S

1*

see “Service Kits“ on page 7
universal grease

Slick Honeyas required*The service kit only needs to be replaced if there is a seat post malfunction (see “Trouble Shooting“
on page 15). In case of malfunction, all parts of the required service kit should be replaced.
1. Push the actuating spoke from the top
through the release piston.

If the lower seat tube cover is replaced, a new
O-ring must first be fitted to the seat tube cover.
2. Lightly grease the seat of the O-ring and the
O-ring and fit the O-ring on the seat tube
cover.

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3. Slide the seat tube cover onto the actuating
spoke and onto the opening of the seat tube.
4. Slide the O-ring onto the actuating spoke.

5. Slide the quickrelease housing onto theactuating spoke and put the slider onto theactuating spoke.
6. Push the slider fully in the direction of theseat tube and pull the actuating spoke down
as far as possible without actuating therelease piston.
7. Clamp the actuating spoke with the clamping
screw in the slider using a 2 mm hex key.
→
→
→
→

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The tension of the actuating spoke must be neither too high nor too low.
The slider must not have axial play.
The raster ring must have no play on the latches.
If there is play, loosen the clamping screw and clamp the actuating spoke with correct
tension.

MOUNTING THE GUIDING PARTS
Required Material

Specification

Quantity

GUIDING KITArt. No.: DWKD232X30517S

1*

Details, see “Service Kits“ on page 7
universal grease

Slick Honeyas required*The guiding kit should be replaced at every full service (annually or after 200 operating hours).
1. Grease the O-ring.
2. Slide the O-ring onto the seat tube and pull
the O-ring over the raster ring.

3. Grease the guide ring and the groove for theguide ring in the seat tube.
4. Place the guide ring on the seat tube.

5. Grease the inner and outer surface of the coilspring guide.
6. Insert the coil spring guide into the seat tube.

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MOUNTING GUIDE KEY
Required Material

Specification

Quantity

SLIDER TUBE KIT

D 232 Art. No.: DWKD232S30508S

1*

D 232 ONE Art. No.: DWKD232S30507S
Details, see “Service Kits“ on page 7
universal grease

Slick Honeyas required*The service kit only needs to be replaced if there is a seat post malfunction (see “Trouble Shooting“
on page 15). In case of malfunction, all parts of the required service kit should be replaced.
1. Lightly grease the guide key and the groove inthe seat tube.
2. Place the guide key in the groove in the seattube and press the guide key completely into
the groove in the seat tube with light hammer
strokes with a plastic hammer.
Caution: If the guide key is not correctly positioned
in the groove, it can be damaged during the pressin process and cause a malfunction.

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MOUNTING THE SEAT TUBE AND THE SLIDER TUBE
Required Material

Specification

Quantity

REPLACEMENT SPRING

Art. No.: DWKD232N30522S

1*

Details, see “Service Kits“ on page 7
SEAT TUBE REPLACEMENT

D 232 Ø27.2 Art. No.: DWKD232S30523S

1*

D232 Ø30.9 Art. No.: DWKD232S30524S
D232 ONE Ø27.2 Art. No.: DWKD232C30525S
D232 ONE Ø30.9 Art. No.: DWKD232C30526S
Details, see “Service Kits“ on page 7
universal grease

Slick Honeyas required*The service kit only needs to be replaced if there is a seat post malfunction (see “Trouble Shooting“
on page 15). In case of malfunction, all parts of the required service kit should be replaced.
1. Grease the coil spring and push the coil spring
into the spring guide of the seat tube.
2. Grease the inner surface of the slider tube
and the guide parts of the seat tube and slide
the slider tube onto the seat tube.
→ The guide key of the seat tube must slide
into the guide groove in the slider tube.

3. Press the slider tube downwards against the
spring force and screw on the lock nut at thesame time.
4. Tighten the lock nut firmly by hand.
→ There must be no visible gap between
slider tube and lock nut.

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7.4 FITTING THE SEAT POSTMOUNTING THE SEAT POST IN THE BIKE FRAME
1. Hook the shift cable into the Quickconnector.
2. Pull the quickconnector downwards and insert
the cable housing.
3. Open the seat post clamp, push the seat post
carefully into the bike frame while pulling thecable out of the frame at the same time.
4. Close the seat post clamp.
5. If available, clamp the cable housing with thecable clamps of the bike frame.
6. Tension the cable by turning the cableadjuster on the remote lever.

MOUNTING THE L1 REMOTE LEVER ON THE HANDLEBAR
1. Using a 3 mm hex key loosen the fixing screw
on the clamp and attach the remote lever on
the desired side of the handlebars.
2. Tighten the fixing screw with a max. torque of
1.5 Nm.
→ If the remote lever is fitted on carbon
handlebars, the maximum torque
may be lower. Observe the handlebar
manufacturer’s user manual!

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MOUNTING THE L1 TRIGGER REMOTE LEVER ON THE HANDLEBAR
1. Dismount the grip, open the screw of theclamp slightly and slide the clamp onto theleft side of the handlebar.
2. Position the remote lever in such a way thatthe lever can be comfortably reached with the
thumb and neither impairs its own function
nor interferes with the function of othercontrol elements.
3. Tighten the fixing screw with a torque of max
1.5 Nm. 1.5 Nm.
→ If the remote lever is fitted on carbon handlebars, the maximum torque may be lower.
Observe the handlebar manufacturer’s user manual!

FITTING THE SADDLE AND SEAT CLAMP
1. Using a 5 mm hex key, unscrew the two seat clamp screws leaving a few screw turns still engaged
in the barrel nuts.
2. Lift the upper seat clamp and pull out the lower saddle clamp to the side.

B
AC

3. Lift the upper seat clamp, tilt the saddle to the side and push in the first saddle brace underneaththe upper seat clamp (A).
4. Tilt the saddle over the upper seat clamp, and attach the saddle so that both saddle braces lie
below the upper seat clamp (B).
5. Pull up the upper seat clamp and the saddle, and push the lower seat clamp in underneath thesaddle (C) from the side.
6. Tighten the seat clamp screws alternately until the desired saddle tilt has been adjusted.
→ When tightening the seat clamp screws, make sure that the barrel nuts are not twisted and lie
in the recesses of the upper saddle clamp.
7. Tighten the seat clamp screws to a torque of 5 Nm.
→ If you are fitting a saddle with carbon braces, the maximum torque may be lower. Observe thesaddle manufacturer’s user manual!
→ If the seat clamp screws (4) should loosen slightly during the ride, a medium thread lock canbe used.

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