Pilot Bearing

Special Tools

• J 38836 - Pilot Bushing Installer/Clutch
• J 43276 - Clutch Pilot Bearing Remover

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the clutch. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement.
   
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Note: When using the J 43276 - clutch pilot bearing remover , 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 - clutch pilot bearing remover .
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 - pilot bushing installer/clutch or equivalent. The washer serves as a stop against the crankshaft face and will assist in installing the bearing to the proper depth.
   
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2. Install the new pilot bearing (2) onto the tool.
3. Install a new pilot bearing into the crankshaft using the J 38836 - pilot bushing installer/clutch .
   
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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 Assembly Replacement.