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For 1990-2009 cars only

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 .

  2. Object Number: 1552528  Size: SH

    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.

  3. Remove the clutch pilot bearing using the J 43276 .
  4. 2.1. Install the J 43276-1 into the clutch pilot bearing.
    2.2. Using a wrench, secure the J 43276-1.
    2.3. Insert the J 43276-2 into the J 43276-1.
    2.4. Rotate the J 43276-2 clockwise into the J 43276-1 until the clutch pilot bearing is completely removed from the crankshaft.
    2.5. Rotate the J 43276-2 counterclockwise to remove the J 43276-2 from the J 43276-1.
    2.6. Remove the J 43276-1 from the tool body.

    Object Number: 63195  Size: MH
  5. Discard the pilot bearing.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 260131  Size: SH
  1. Install a 5/8 inch washer (1) onto the J 38836 .
  2. The washer serves as a stop against the crankshaft face and assists in installing the bearing to the proper depth.

  3. Install the new pilot bearing (2) onto the tool.

  4. Object Number: 490867  Size: SH
  5. Install the new pilot bearing into the crankshaft using the J 38836 .

  6. Object Number: 63195  Size: MH
  7. Inspect the clutch pilot bearing for proper installation.
  8. A properly installed clutch pilot bearing will be installed until flush to the rear face of the crankshaft.

  9. Install the clutch assembly. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement .