Cane Creek DB Inline Coil Rebuild Tool Kit (2023+)

 Compatible With:

• Cane Creek DB Inline Coil (2014–2022) and the new version
• Compatible with Gen 2 (2023+) for a basic service without opening the bladder. Contact us for support or to help confirm the compatibility of your body clamp with the newer version and get the clamp for free.
• You get the Air Can Wrench for the 2014–2022 with the package if you want to open it and a prototype clamp.

 What’s Included:

Not much custom tools are needed for this shock.

• Shaft Clamp to unscrew the eyelet
• Low Torque Pellet Retainer Tool (2x)
  • If you have a Trunnion mounted shock, you don't need this tool. Just get the single clamp.

 What You Still Need:

See our Essential Tools page for common items used across many shocks.

• Park Tool SPA-2 Pin Wrench : fits the damper body holes well enough (2.4mm pins)
• Trunnion Torque Tool (for trunnion-mounted shocks)
• Bench vise or soft jaws
• Syringe + bleed tube (brake bleed kit)
• Needle fill adapter (for bladder pressurization)
• Shock oil & seal kit (model-specific)
• Torque wrench or Luggage Scale
• Custom Pin Socket Wrench : fits all our pin sockets, 16 cm holes for luggage scale use

 Special Notes

• Do NOT insert the SPA-2 tool into the threads, always align the pins with the actual holes made for that.
• Only open the adjusters if they are externally leaking, they are extremely well-tuned and easy to mess up.
• The bleed screw is located under the climb lever plate, you’ll need to disassemble the lever to access it.
• The shock has a screw-in inner tube. Cane Creek uses a special wrench, but you can gently rotate it using a screwdriver through the cross-holes.
• Use red Loctite on the threads of the inner tube, but do not over-tighten if you did open it.

 How to Bleed This Shock

Thank you for reading this far, this is the most important part of the rebuild!

This is a twin-tube damper with no piggyback reservoir, so you must use both the glove technique and a final syringe bleed. There is no cheap bleed fitting that works well (we tried all the brake bleed fittings), but here’s what works:

• Use a standard bleed syringe with a rubber tube
• OPEN THE ADJUSTERS FULLY IF YOU DIDN'T ALREADY
• Gently push the tube into the bleed port, get help holding it steady
• Pull/push vacuum/pressurize gently, then let oil flow back into the system
• Stroke the shock while pressurizing the syringe
• Repeat a few times and tap the shock to release bubbles

Once complete, the damper should stop making sloshing noises. Do not skip this step, glove technique alone is not enough for this shock!

 About Our Tools

Printed in PETG or Nylon to ±0.01 mm tolerances. Designed for home use under 20 Nm torque. Learn more.

 Additional Resources

• How to Use Shaft Clamps
• Needle Fill Tool Guide

⚠️ Disclaimer

Designed for skilled DIY users in a safe workspace. Always depressurize fully before service, follow torque specs, and confirm proper tool engagement. Misuse can damage your shock or cause injury. By using this kit, you agree to our Terms of Service.