If you have a Shimano 12speed micro spline hub, especially one from a couple years ago, you've probably dealt with creaking. Fortunately the fix is fast and easy!

What you'll need:
Shimano Premium Grease (also called Shimano Dura Ace Grease): https://bit.ly/3yPOsDP
Snap ring pliers: https://bit.ly/3DQUPum
or Pokey tool (officially called the Feedback Sports pick): https://bit.ly/2WYWblR
Pliers: https://bit.ly/2YHRnSZ
Chain whip: https://bit.ly/3yU1yA7
Cassette wrench: https://bit.ly/3BNdYLO
Cleaning cloth: https://amzn.to/3zZbCcn

Other things in the shed:
Our toolkit: https://bit.ly/337LfDf
Allen keys: https://bit.ly/2HpDW15
Work stand: https://bit.ly/3mTXStc
Tool pegboard: https://amzn.to/3mTYlLY
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00:00 Intro
00:25 What you'll need
00:41 Why should you do this?
01:56 How to fix a creaky hub
03:54 Removing the end cap
04:35 Removing the lock ring
05:38 Removing the freehub body
05:56 How the hub works
06:45 Removing the seal and plastic ring
07:51 Greasing the hub
08:52 Reinstalling the plastic ring
09:23 Reinstalling the springs
10:13 Reinstalling the freehub body
11:02 Reinstalling the seal
11:50 Reinstalling the lock ring
12:11 Reinstalling the end cap
13:08 How to fix a creaky hub in one minute

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