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Pilot Bearing: Service and Repair

Pilot Bearing 

Special Tools

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.
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Install the special tool.

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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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