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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the clutch. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement .
  2. IMPORTANT: When using the J 43276  always secure the J 43276-1 tool body using a wrench. See Special Tools . Do not allow the J 43276-1 tool to rotate. Failing to do so causes damage to the J 43276-1 tool body.
    Fig 1: Removing Clutch Pilot Bearing Using J 43276
    GM353275Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the clutch bearing using the J 43276  . See Special Tools .
    1. Install the J 43276-1 into the clutch pilot bearing.
    2. Using a wrench, secure the J 43276-1.
    3. Insert the J 43276-2 into the J 43276-1.
    4. Rotate the J 43276-2 clockwise into the J 43276-1 until the clutch pilot bearing is completely removed from the crankshaft.
    5. Rotate the J 43276-2 counterclockwise to remove the J 43276-2 from the J 43276-1.
    6. Remove the J 43276-1 from the tool body.