Pilot Bearing: Service and Repair

Clutch Pilot Bearing Replacement

Tools Required

* J 43276 Clutch Pilot Bearing Remover
* J 38836 Pilot Bushing Installer/Clutch

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the clutch. Refer to Clutch Pressure and Driven Plate Replacement (Service and Repair).

Important: When using the J 43276, always secure the J 43276-1 tool body using a wrench. Do not allow the J 43276-1 tool to rotate. Failing to do so causes damage to the J 43276-1 tool body.


2. Remove the clutch 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.

Installation Procedure




1. Install a 5/8 inch washer (1) onto the J 38836 or equivalent. The washer serves as a stop against the crankshaft face and will assist in installing the bearing to the proper depth.
2. Install the new pilot bearing (2) onto the tool.




3. Install a 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 of the crankshaft.
5. Install the clutch. Refer to Clutch Pressure and Driven Plate Replacement (Service and Repair).