BICYCLE MAINTENANCE: How to service Shimano SPD clipless pedals

BikeRadar.com has published another one of its handy workshop guides; this time on how to clean and service Shimano SPD (mountain bike) clipless pedals.  The article is a 16 step guide to servicing SPD pedals.  They use a pair of XTR pedals to illustrate the process.  The article covers the following steps:

1. Washing pedals
2. Removal of the pedals from the bike;
3. Striping the pedals down … vice is handy here;
4. Servicing the bearings;
5. Re-assembling the pedal components;
6. Lubrication;
7. Adjustment;
8. Go ride.

All the steps are well explained and supported with photos. Well worth a read if you are considering servicing your pedals and you have access to a bench vice.