Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
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 causes damage to the J 43276-1 tool body.
- Remove the Flywheel. Refer to Engine Flywheel Replacement (RPO M30) or Engine Flywheel Replacement (RPO MA5) for the 2.8L engine or Engine Flywheel Replacement (RPO M30) or Engine Flywheel Replacement (RPO MA5) for the 3.5L engine.
- Using the J 43276
perform the following in order to remove the clutch pilot bearing:
- Install the J 43276-1 into the clutch pilot bearing.
- Using a wrench, secure the J 43276-1.
- Insert the J 43276-2 into the J 43276-1.
- Rotate the J 43276-2 clockwise into the J 43276-1 until the clutch pilot bearing is completely removed from the crankshaft.
- Rotate the J 43276-2 counterclockwise to remove the J 43276-2 from the J 43276-1.
- Remove the J 43276-1 from the tool body.
- Discard the old clutch pilot bearing.