Pilot Bearing: Service and Repair

Clutch Pilot Bearing Replacement

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 Service and Repair.

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.

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.

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 Service and Repair.