Pilot Bearing: Service and Repair
PILOT BEARINGRemoval
1. Remove the flywheel.
2. Inspect the pilot bearing for
1. misalignment and looseness in the crankshaft
2. needle rollers for scoring, worn or broken rollers, inadequate grease or discoloration
3. seal leakage
Note:
^ Install a new pint bearing only if it is damaged.
3. Using the special tool, remove the pilot bearing.
1. Install the special tool.
2. Remove the pilot bearing.
4. Mean the transaxle input shaft with a wire brush.
5. Inspect the transaxle input shaft for
1. burrs
2. rust
3. damage to the input shaft spline
4. damage to the input shaft on the pilot bearing contact surface
Installation
1. Using the special tool, install the pilot bearing.
2. Apply a light coating of Premium Long-Life Grease to the transaxle input shalt.
3. Install the flywheel.