Clutch Pilot Bearing Removal

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Tools Required

J 43276 Clutch Pilot Bearing Remover

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.

Remove the clutch pilot bearing using the J 43276.
1. 1.1. Install the J 43276-1 into the clutch pilot bearing.
2. 1.2. Using a wrench, secure the J 43276-1.
3. 1.3. Insert the J 43276-2 into the J 43276-1.
4. 1.4. Rotate the J 43276-2 clockwise into the J 43276-1 until the clutch pilot bearing is completely removed from the crankshaft.
5. 1.5. Rotate the J 43276-2 counterclockwise to remove the J 43276-2 from the J 43276-1.
6. 1.6. Remove the J 43276-1 from the tool body.
Fig 1: Removing Clutch Pilot Bearing Using J 43276
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Discard the pilot bearing.

Fig 2: Pilot Bearing Removed
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.