Removal Procedure

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 (w/Automatic Transmission) or Engine Flywheel Replacement (w/Manual Transmission) in Engine Mechanical-3.5L.

Fig 1: Removing Clutch Pilot Bearing

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Using the J 43276 perform the following in order to remove the clutch pilot bearing:
1. Install the J 43276-1 into the clutch pilot bearing.
2. Using a wrench, secure the J 43276-1.
3. Insert the J 43276-2 into the J 43276-1.
4. Rotate the J 43276-2 clockwise into the J 43276-1 until the clutch pilot bearing is completely removed from the crankshaft.
5. Rotate the J 43276-2 counterclockwise to remove the J 43276-2 from the J 43276-1.
6. Remove the J 43276-1 from the tool body.
Discard the old clutch pilot bearing.