Shimano PD-5600, PD-6610, PD-7800, PD-R540 Service Instructions

General Safety Information

WARNING

SPD-SL pedals are designed so that you release them
only when you intend to release. They are not designed
to release automatically at times such as when falling
off the bicycle. This is a safety measure to prevent you
from losing balance and falling off the bicycle as a
result of your feet becoming accidentally released from
the pedals.

Use only SPD-SL shoes with this product. Other types
of shoes may not release from the pedals, or may
release unexpectedly.

Use only Shimano cleats (SM-SH10 / SM-SH11) and
tighten the mounting bolts securely to the shoes.

Before attempting to ride with these pedals and shoes,
make sure you understand the operation of the
engagement / release mechanism for the pedals and
cleats (shoes).

Before you attempt to ride with these pedals and shoes,
apply the brakes, then place one foot on the ground and
practice engaging and releasing each shoe from its
pedal until you can do so naturally and with minimal
effort.

Ride on level ground first until you become adept at
engaging and releasing your shoes from the pedals.

Before riding, adjust the spring tension of the pedals to
your liking.

When riding at low speed or when there is a possibility
that you might need to stop riding, (for example, when
doing a U-turn, nearing an intersection, riding uphill or
turning a blind curb), release your shoes from the pedal
beforehand so that you can quickly put your feet onto
the ground at any time.

Use a lighter spring tension for attaching the pedal
cleats when riding in adverse conditions.

Keep cleats and bindings clear of dirt and debris to
ensure engagement and release.

Remember to check the cleats periodically for wear.
When the cleats are worn, replace them. Always check
the spring tension after replacing the pedal cleats and
before riding.

Be sure to attach reflectors to the bicycle when riding at
night. Do not continue riding the bicycle if the reflectors
are dirty or damaged, otherwise it becomes more
difficult for oncoming vehicles to see you.

Obtain and read the service instructions carefully prior
to installing the parts. Loose, worn, or damaged parts
may cause serious injury to the rider.
We strongly recommend only using genuine Shimano
replacement parts.

If you have any questions concerning your pedals,
contact a professional dealer.

Read these Technical Service Instructions carefully, and
keep them in a safe place for later reference.

BE SURE TO READ AND FOLLOW THE ABOVE
WARNINGS CAREFULLY.

If the warnings are not followed, your shoes may
not come out of the pedals when you intend or they
may come out unexpectedly or accidentally, and
severe injury may result.

– To avoid serious injuries:

PD-7800
PD-6610

SPD-SL Pedals

PD-R540

Technical Service Instructions

Cleat types and using the pedals

Cleat types

SM-SH10

(Option)

Wide

SM-SH10

Fixed mode

There is no play when the
shoes are firmly engaged with
the pedals.

Engaging the cleats with the pedals

Press the cleats into the pedals with a forward and downward motion.

Releasing the cleats from the pedals

Release the cleats from the pedals by twisting your heels outward.

SM-SH11

Narrow

SM-SH11

Self-aligning mode

There is some sideways play
when the shoes are firmly
engaged with the pedals.

SI-42V0E

Attaching the cleats

Set the cleat on the bottom of each shoe as shown in the
illustration, and then provisionally tighten the cleat mounting bolts.
Refer to the service instructions provided with your shoes for
further details.

Note:

When installing the cleats, use the cleat mounting bolts and
the cleat washers that are provided with the cleats. If you use
any other cleat mounting bolts, it may damage the cleats and
cause problems with correct installation.

Cleat mounting bolt

Cleat washer

4 mm Allen key

Cleat

SM-SH11

Adjusting the cleat position

The cleats have an adjustment range of 15 mm

1.

front to back and 5 mm right to left. After
provisionally tightening the cleats, practice
engaging and releasing, one shoe at a time.
Readjust to determine the best cleat positions.
Adjustment can also be carried out with the
shoes already attached to the pedals.

After you have determined the best cleat

2.

position, firmly tighten the cleat mounting
bolts with a 4 mm Allen key.

Tightening torque:
5 – 6 N·m {43 – 52 in. lbs.}

SM-SH11

Mounting the pedals on the crank
arms

Use an 8 mm Allen key (for PD-7800 pedals) or a 15 mm spanner
(for PD-6610 / PD-R540 pedals) to mount the pedals on the crank
arms. The right pedal has a right-hand thread; the left pedal has a
left-hand thread.

PD-7800

8 mm Allen key

Tightening torque:
35 N·m {304 in. lbs.} min.

Adjusting the spring tension of
the binding

The spring force is adjusted by means of adjustment bolts at the
rear of the pedals. Face the cleats in the direction of release when
making this adjustment.
Equalize the spring tensions for both pedals by referring to the
tension indicators and by counting the number of turns of the
adjustment bolts.
The spring tensions can be adjusted in four steps for each turn of
the adjustment bolts, and each adjustment bolt can be turned up to
three full turns.

2.5 mm Allen key

Decrease

Adjustment bolt

Indicator

Increase

Decrease
Increase

Do not turn the bolt past the point at which the indicator shows the
maximum or minimum tension.

Note:

In order to prevent accidental release from occurring, make
sure all the spring tensions are properly adjusted.

The spring tensions should be adjusted equally for both
right and left pedals. If they are not adjusted equally, it can
cause the rider difficulty to engage or release from the
pedals.

If the adjustment bolt is completely withdrawn from the
spring plate, disassembly and reassembly will be required.
If this occurs, ask a professional dealer for assistance.

Cleat replacement

Cleats wear out over time and should be replaced periodically.
Cleats should be replaced when it becomes difficult to release, or it
starts to release with much less effort than the when it was in new
condition.

WARNING

If you do not maintain both your shoes and cleats in
good condition, release and engagement to the
pedals could become unpredictable or difficult,
which could result in severe injury.

Note:

If the yellow (SM-SH11) or red (SM-SH10) portions of
the cleats become worn, replace the cleats with new
ones.

Front: Replace the cleats when the black layer
underneath the cleats are visible.
Rear: Replace when section A in the illustration
becomes worn.

Replacement of the body cover

If the body cover of the pedal becomes worn, replace it with the
accessory body cover as shown below. (The body cover of PD­R540 is sold separately.)

Body cover

Note:

The body cover is a consumable part. Replace the body cover
with a new one before any part of the body cover becomes
flush with the pedal.
If you continue to ride the bicycle without replacing the body
cover, it may damage the pedal.

Body cover

Pedal

Maintenance of the axle units

If you experience any trouble with the rotating parts of the pedal,
the pedal may require adjustment. Obtain advice from a
professional dealer.

Mounting the reflectors (optional)

An optional reflector set (SM-PD58) is available. Please contact a
professional dealer for details.

NOTE:

Check that there is no looseness in any joints or
connections before riding the bicycle. (BB-FC, FC-PD)

In addition, if pedaling performance does not feel normal,
check this once more.

Parts are not guaranteed against natural wear or
deterioration resulting from normal use.

For maximum performance we highly recommend
Shimano lubricants and maintenance products.

Note:

Place one foot on the ground, apply the brakes, and practice
engaging and releasing the cleat from the pedal several times to
determine the spring tension you prefer.

Pay attention to
the mark
R: right pedal
L : left pedal

15 mm spanner

PD-6610
PD-R540

L

15

Tightening torque:
35 N·m {304 in. lbs.} min.

Front

Cleat

Rear

Section A

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