Pilot Bearing Installation Note

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Install new pilot bearing to the specified position using the following tools.

Fig 1: Installing Pilot Bearing
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Tool
- Snap-on brand millimeter size bushing driver set (A160M) adapter A160M7 (20-22 mm)
- Use the adapter with the 20 mm side of the A160M7 (20-22 mm) facing the pilot bearing side.
  Substitution tool
- Outer diameter: 21 mm {0.83 in}
- Inner diameter: 19 mm {0.75 in}
  Standard position
- Distance A of pilot bearing from crankshaft end: 1.5-2.5 mm {0.060-0.098 in}
Fig 2: Identifying Pilot Bearing Distance From Crankshaft End
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.