Pilot Bearing: Service and Repair

Clutch Pilot Bearing Replacement

Special Tools
* J 43276 Clutch Pilot Bearing Remover
* J 38836 Bushing Installer/Clutch Arbor

Removal Procedure

Caution: 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.

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




1. Remove the clutch assembly. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement Service and Repair.
2. Using J 43276 perform the following in order to remove the clutch pilot bearing:

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 old clutch pilot bearing.

Installation Procedure





Note: 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 a NEW clutch pilot bearing (2) onto the tool.




3. Install the NEW clutch pilot bearing into the crankshaft using J 38836 .




4. Inspect the clutch pilot bearing for proper installation.
5. Install the clutch assembly. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement Service and Repair.