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Removal Procedure

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NOTE: 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. Remove the clutch assembly. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement  .
  2. Using J 43276  perform the following in order to remove the clutch pilot bearing:
    Fig 1: Removing Clutch Pilot Bearing
    G01953269Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    1. 2.1. Install the J 43276-1 into the clutch pilot bearing.
    2. 2.2. Using a wrench, secure the J 43276-1.
    3. 2.3. Insert the J 43276-2 into the J 43276-1.
    4. 2.4. Rotate the J 43276-2 clockwise into the J 43276-1 until the clutch pilot bearing is completely removed from the crankshaft.
    5. 2.5. Rotate the J 43276-2 counterclockwise to remove the J 43276-2 from the J 43276-1.
    6. 2.6. Remove the J 43276-1 from the tool body.
  3. Discard the old clutch pilot bearing.
    Fig 2: Discarding Old Clutch Pilot Bearing
    G01953270Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.