Clutch Pilot Bearing Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 GMC Sierra, 2010 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2010 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special Tools

J 2619-01: Slide Hammer
J 23907: Slide Hammer with Bearing Adapter
J 23907-1: Slide Hammer

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

Fig 1: Removing Clutch Pilot Bearing

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

NOTE: J 23907-1: slide hammer was part of the J 23907: slide hammer with bearing adapter set. The adapter is still available as J 23907: adapter.

Remove the clutch pilot bearing using the J 23907: adapter (1) and J 23907-1: slide hammer (2).
1. Install the legs of the J 23907: adapter (1) into the clutch pilot bearing.
2. Rotate the shaft of the tool until the legs of the tool are snug and contacting the I.D. surface of the bearing.
3. Install the J 23907-1: slide hammer (2) to the J 23907: adapter (1).
4. Remove the bearing from the rear of the crankshaft.
5. Remove the special tools from the bearing.

Fig 2: Locating Clutch Pilot Bearing

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Discard the bearing.