Removal Procedure

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Remove the Flywheel. Refer to ENGINE FLYWHEEL REPLACEMENT in Engine Mechanical - 2.2L or ENGINE FLYWHEEL REPLACEMENT in Engine Mechanical - 4.3L.

Fig 1: Clutch Pilot Bearing
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CAUTION: Refer to SAFETY GLASSES CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.

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.
Remove the clutch pilot bearing using the J 43276
1. 2.1. Install the J 43276-1 tool body into the clutch pilot bearing.
2. 2.2. Using a wrench secure the J 43276-1 tool body.
3. 2.3. Insert the J 43276-2 forcing screw into the J 43276-1 tool body.
4. 2.4. Rotate the J 43276-2 forcing screw clockwise into the J 43276-1 tool body until the clutch pilot bearing is completely removed from the crankshaft.
5. 2.5. Rotate the J 43276-2 forcing screw counterclockwise to remove the J 43276-2 forcing screw from the J 43276-1 tool body.
6. 2.6. Remove the J 43276-1 tool body from the clutch pilot bearing.
Discard the clutch pilot bearing.