Pilot bearing removal note (SKYACTIV-G 2.5)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Mazda 3. 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 (49 1285 071) to remove the pilot bearing.

Fig 1: Removing Pilot Bearing Using SST (49 1285 071)

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.