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Pilot Bearing Removal/Installation

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  1. Remove the transmission; see MANUAL TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
  2. Remove the clutch disc and the clutch cover; See CLUTCH DISC AND COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
  3. Use SST  or equivalent to remove the pilot bearing from the crankshaft.
    Fig 1: Removing Pilot Bearing From Crankshaft
    G03730128Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Inspect the transmission input shaft pilot bearing for:
    • misalignment and looseness in the flywheel.
    • needle rollers for scoring, worn or broken needle rollers, inadequate grease or discoloration.
    • seal leakage.
      NOTE:
      • The transmission input shaft pilot bearing can only be installed with the seal facing the transmission. The transmission input shaft pilot bearing is lubricated and does not require additional lubrication. A new transmission input shaft pilot bearing must be installed whenever it is removed.
  5. Using a soft-face hammer and the SSTs  or equivalent install the new transmission input shaft pilot bearing into the crankshaft.
    Fig 2: Installing Transmission Input Shaft Pilot Bearing Into Crankshaft
    G03730129Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the clutch disc and clutch cover; See CLUTCH DISC AND COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
  7. Install the transmission; see MANUAL TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .