Pilot Bearing: Service and Repair

Pilot Bearing Replacement

^ Tools Required
- J 43276 Clutch Pilot Bearing Remover
- J 38836 Pilot Bushing Installer/Clutch

Removal Procedure

Notice: When using the J 43276 Clutch Pilot Bearing Remover always secure the J 43276-1 Clutch Pilot Bearing Remover tool body using a wrench. Do not allow the J 43276-1 tool body to rotate. Failing to do so will cause damage to the J 43276-1 tool body.

Important: The flywheel spacer (if applicable) must be removed prior to clutch pilot bearing removal.





1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the manual transmission assembly from the vehicle.
3. Remove the clutch pressure plate and the clutch disc from the flywheel.
4. Remove the clutch pilot bearing using the J 43276.
4.1. Install the J 43276-1 into the clutch pilot bearing.
4.2. Using a wrench, secure the J 43276-1.
4.3. Insert the J 43276-2 into the J 43276-1.
4.4. Rotate the J 43276-2 clockwise into the J 43276-1 until the clutch pilot bearing is completely removed from the crankshaft.
4.5. Rotate the J 43276-2 counterclockwise to remove the J 43276-2 from the J 43276-1.
4.6. Remove the J 43276-1 from the tool body.





5. Discard the pilot bearing.

Installation Procedure

Important: The flywheel spacer (if applicable) must be removed prior to pilot bearing installation.





1. Install a 5/8 inch washer (1) onto the J 38836 or equivalent.





2. Install the new pilot bearing (2) onto the tool.
3. Install the new pilot bearing into the crankshaft using the J 38836.





4. Inspect the clutch pilot bearing for proper installation.
5. Install the pressure plate and the clutch disc to the flywheel.
6. Install the manual transmission.
7. Lower the vehicle.