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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

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

Removal Procedure

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.

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


    Object Number: 353275  Size: SH
  1. Remove the clutch assembly. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement .
  2. Using J 43276 perform the following in order to remove the clutch pilot bearing:
  3. 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: 642283  Size: MH
  4. Discard the old clutch pilot bearing.

Installation Procedure

Important: The flywheel spacer (if applicable) must be removed prior to pilot bearing installation.


    Object Number: 260131  Size: SH
  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. Object Number: 490867  Size: SH
  4. Install the NEW clutch pilot bearing into the crankshaft using J 38836 .

  5. Object Number: 642288  Size: MH
  6. Inspect the clutch pilot bearing for proper installation.
  7. Install the clutch assembly. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement .