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Pilot Bearing: Service and Repair

Pilot Bearing

Special Tool(s)

Removal

1. Remove the flywheel. 
2. Inspect the pilot bearing for:

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misalignment and looseness in the crankshaft

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needle rollers for scoring, worn or broken rollers, inadequate grease or discoloration

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seal leakage

3. NOTE:  Install a new pilot bearing only if it is damaged.

Using the special tool, remove the pilot bearing.
1. Install the special tool.
2. Remove the pilot bearing.

4. Clean the transaxle input shaft with a wire brush.
5. Inspect the transmission input shaft for:

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burrs

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rust

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damage to the input shaft spline

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damage to the input shaft on the pilot bearing contact surface

Installation

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