InStep M3 - Manual (Page 3)

Step 4. Front Wheel Assembly
While stroller is still tipped back, attach the front wheel by loosening the wheel’s quick release
(Q/R) lever on the front wheel far enough to allow the axle to slide into the front fork (Figure D1). The
front caliper brake Q/R lever should be in the open position so the front wheel can be inserted easily Into
the front fork . With wheel’s Q/R lever in open position, hand tighten the cone nut until
almost tight, then close the wheel’s Q/R lever to lock wheel in place. Note this step may require minor
adjustment until the Q/R lever flips back with firm pressure ( Figure D2 and D3). Pull outward
on wheel to ensure it is locked in place. Close the Q/R lever on the front caliper brake and spin the front
wheel to check if the brake pads are properly aligned and not rubbing on the rim. If brake pad alignment
is off, loosen the brake pad nut with an adjustable wrench, reposition pad and re-tighten the brake pad
nut (See Figure D1).
NOTE: The alignment of the front wheel determines if the stroller will roll straight or veer to the right or
left. In the event the stroller is veering to one direction, unloosen the front wheel’s Q/R lever, point the
wheel in the opposite direction it is veering and retighten wheel’s Q/R lever. This may require a very
slight adjustment to get your stroller rolling straight .
NOTE: The black hex nuts should be on the inside
of the wheel next to the hub. These are factory set
and should not require adjusting (See Figure D3).
Fig D1 Fig. D2
Fig. D3
Fig. D4
Wheel Q/R
Lever
Black Hex Nut
(Do Not Adjust)
Cone Nut
Brake
Pads
Brake Pad
Nut
Brake Pad
Nut
Lock Nut
Micro Adjustment
Screw
Closed
Open
Brake Cable
Brake Cable
Nut
Brake Cable
Brake Pad
Adjusting the front side pull caliper brake
Properly adjusted brakes require attention to this detail. It is normal for the brake cable to stretch over a
period of time and you will find it necessary to periodically adjust the front brake. This can be done 2
ways: Micro adjustment- unloosen the locknut located next to the Micro adjustment screw, turn the micro
adjustment screw out to move brake pads closer to the rim then re-tighten locknut (See Figure D1).
Macro adjustment - unloosen the brake cable nut that holds the cable onto the caliper. With one hand
hold the brake pads next to the rim of the wheel with the other hand pull firmly on the brake cable below
the caliper brake While still holding the brake pads next to the rim re-tighten the nut with adjustable
wrench. Use the micro adjustment to fine tune the position of the pads to the rim which should be about
¼” from the rim. Check adjustment by squeezing the front brake lever (See Figure D4)