C 3500 Truck 2WD V8-8.1L VIN G (2001)
Pilot Bearing: Service and Repair
Pilot Bearing Replacement
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Tools Required
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J 43276 Clutch Pilot Bearing Remover
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J 38836 Pilot Bushing Installer/Clutch
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 will cause damage to the J 43276-1 tool body.
Important: The flywheel spacer (if applicable) must be removed prior to clutch pilot bearing removal.
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the manual transmission assembly from the vehicle.
3. Remove the clutch pressure plate and the clutch disc from the flywheel.
4. Remove the clutch pilot bearing using the J 43276.
4.1.
Install the J 43276-1 into the clutch pilot bearing.
4.2.
Using a wrench, secure the J 43276-1.
4.3.
Insert the J 43276-2 into the J 43276-1.
4.4.
Rotate the J 43276-2 clockwise into the J 43276-1 until the clutch pilot bearing is completely removed from the crankshaft.
4.5.
Rotate the J 43276-2 counterclockwise to remove the J 43276-2 from the J 43276-1.
4.6.
Remove the J 43276-1 from the tool body.