Pilot Bearing Removal Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

The pilot bearing does not need to be removed unless you are replacing it.

Use the SST to remove the pilot bearing.

Fig 1: Using SST To Remove Pilot Bearings
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.