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Replace front derailleur cable
Shifts the chain between chainrings on 2x/3x bikes. A cage pushes the chain sideways; H and L limit screws set the range.
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Tools
- Ball-end hex key set (1.5–10 mm): Park Tool HXS-1.2 Professional L-Shaped Hex Set ($$)
- JIS #2 screwdriver: Vessel Megadora JIS screwdriver #2 ($)
- Cable & housing cutter: Park Tool CN-10 ($$)
- Brake + shift cable/housing kit: Jagwire Sport brake + shift cable kits ($$)
- Cable puller ("fourth hand"): Pedro's Cable Puller ($$)
- Housing awl / pick set: GEARWRENCH 5 pc. hook and pick set 3121D ($)
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Steps
- Shift to the small ring.
- Remove the old cable from the shifter.
- Route the new cable and housing, through the BB cable guide.
- Pull snug, clamp under the anchor bolt in its groove.
- Shift to the big ring and fine-tune with the barrel adjuster.
Torque
| Fastener | Torque |
|---|---|
| FD cable anchor | 5–7 Nm |
Diagram
Side view, chain side toward youFront derailleur
Signs it needs doing
- Chain drops off inside
- Rubs in some gears