Pilot Bearing: Service and Repair

Clutch Pilot Bearing Replacement


Tools Required
* J 38836 Bushing Installer and Clutch Arbor
* J 43276 Clutch Pilot Bearing Remover



Removal Procedure

1. Remove the clutch assembly. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair) .





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 causes damage to the J 43276-1 tool body.

2. Remove the clutch pilot bearing using the J 43276 .

1. Install the J 43276-1 into the clutch pilot bearing.
2. Using a wrench, secure the J 43276-1.
3. Insert the J 43276-2 into the J 43276-1.
4. Rotate the J 43276-2 clockwise into the J 43276-1 until the clutch pilot bearing is completely removed from the crankshaft.
5. Rotate the J 43276-2 counterclockwise to remove the J 43276-2 from the J 43276-1.
6. Remove the J 43276-1 from the tool body.





3. Discard the pilot bearing.



Installation Procedure





1. Install a 5/8 inch washer (1) onto the J 38836 .
The washer serves as a stop against the crankshaft face and assists in installing the bearing to the proper depth.
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.
A properly installed clutch pilot bearing will be installed until flush to the rear face of the crankshaft.
5. Install the clutch assembly. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair) .