GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars

Removal Procedure

Tools required

    • J 34839 Pinion Bearing Remover
    • J 37764 Pilot Bearing Remover Adaptor
    • J 34848 Clutch Pilot Bearing Remover
  1. Remove the manual transmission assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Transmission Removal in Manual Transmission.
  2. Remove the pressure plate and the clutch disc from the flywheel. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement .

  3. Object Number: 183050  Size: SH
  4. Remove the clutch pilot bearing (1) from the crankshaft using J 37764 and J 34848 .
  5. Inspect the clutch pilot bearing (1) for scoring, binding or rough operation. Replace as necessary.

Installation Procedure

Tools required

    • J 7079-2 Driver Handle
    • J 34848 Clutch Pilot Bearing Installer

    Object Number: 183053  Size: SH
  1. Install the clutch bearing into the crankshaft using the J 34848 with the J 7079-2 .
  2. Install the clutch disc and the pressure plate to the flywheel (1). Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement .
  3. Install the manual transmission assembly into the vehicle. Refer to Transmission Installation in Manual Transmission.