ArmorAll your SPD-SL cleats
Sometimes I find after changing my cleats that shoe/pedal engagement can be stiff.
I spray a small amount of ArmorAll on my finger and then spread it around the cleat and
in the areas of the pedal that contact the cleat and this eases engagement for weeks.
Warning - this will make your shoe and pedal engagement action very slippery, so try a
very small amount at first. If you don't like it, wash it off thoroughly with dish detergent and
water.