SHIMANO SPD (01) PDF MANUAL

SPD-SL pedals are designed to be used only for road riding.

Use only SHIMANO cleats (SM-SH10/SM-SH11/SM-SH12) with your pedals and shoes, and tighten the cleat mounting bolts securely to the shoes.

Before you attempt to ride with these pedals and shoes, be sure to adjust the pedal spring tension. If the spring tension is weak or the cleat is not firmly engaged, the pedal may release unexpectedly. If the spring tension is too strong, it may be difficult to release from the pedal. The tension should be set so that the cleat is securely held in the pedal, but can be released without undue force. Check the tension by repeatedly engaging and disengaging. Start with the weakest setting and increase it gradually until the desired tension is reached. If you have any trouble, have a professional bicycle dealer carry out the adjustment.

Make sure you understand the operation of the engagement/disengagement mechanism for your pedals and cleats. Practice engaging and disengaging until you become accustomed to the action. It is highly recommended to practice on level ground until you are proficient at engaging and disengaging your cleats from the pedals.

Read these Technical Service Instructions in conjunction with the service instructions for your SPD-SL pedals and shoes before use. Loose, worn, or damaged parts may cause you to fall, which could result in severe injury. It is recommended that only genuine Shimano replacement parts be used. If adjustments are not carried out correctly, the pedals may not release when you intend or they may release unexpectedly, which may result in a fall.

When walking in cycling shoes, be aware that the cleats and pedal bindings can wear out. It is recommended that the cleats be replaced periodically. Cleats should be replaced when it becomes difficult to release, or it begins to require much more effort than it did when it was new.

If the colored portions (yellow or red) of the cleats wear out, replace the cleats with new ones. For blue cleats, the colored portion is not designed to wear out with the cleat. If this part becomes worn, replace the cleat.

For cleaning the cleats and pedal bindings, consult a professional bicycle dealer.

There are three types of SPD-SL cleats, each with different characteristics:

To attach the cleats, use the provided cleat washer and cleat mounting bolt. You will need a 4 mm hexagon wrench to tighten the bolts.

First, temporarily tighten the cleat mounting bolts. After you have determined the best cleat position through adjustment, securely tighten the cleat mounting bolts using the hexagon wrench.

The recommended tightening torque is 5 – 6 N·m {44 – 52 in. lbs.}.

The cleat position can be adjusted to suit your preferences. The cleat has a forward/backward adjustment range of 11 mm and a left/right adjustment range of 5 mm.

To adjust, first attach the cleats but only tighten them temporarily. Make adjustments to the cleat position. Once you have determined the best position for your foot, use a 4 mm hexagon wrench to tighten the cleat mounting bolts securely.

Press the cleat on your shoe into the pedal with a forward and downward motion to engage.

To disengage, twist your heel outward. This will release the cleat from the pedal binding.