Mopar 53009180AB Sleeve-Pilot

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The clutch pilot bearing is pressed into the rear of the crankshaft, is greased at the factory, and does not require additional lubrication. Its primary purpose is to support the front of the transmission input shaft. The pilot bearing should be inspected whenever the clutch components are removed from the engine. Due to its inaccessibility, if you are in doubt as to its condition, replace it with a new one. If the engine has been removed from the vehicle, disregard the following steps which do not apply. Remove the transmission. Remove the clutch components. Inspect for any excessive wear, scoring, lack of grease, dryness or obvious damage. If any of these conditions are noted, the bearings should be replaced. A flashlight will be helpful to direct light into the recess. Removal can be accomplished with a slide hammer fitted with a puller attachment, which are available at most auto parts stores or equipment rental yards. To install the new bearing, lightly lubricate the outside surface with multi-purpose grease, then drive it into the recess with a hammer and bearing/bushing driver. Make sure the bearing seal faces toward the transmission. If you don't have a bearing driver, carefully tap it into place with a hammer and a socket. Be careful not to let the bearing become cocked in the bore. Install the clutch components, transmission and all other components removed previously, tightening all fasteners properly.

The clutch pilot bearing is a needle roller type bearing that is fitted into the back of the crank shaft, it is pre-packed with grease and does not require any further servicing; it mainly supports the front of the transmission input shaft. This should be done each time the clutch parts are pulled off the engine, and, if there is reason to suspect that the item in question is compromised by the level of access, it is best to opt for a new one. This is particularly so if the engine had been removed from the car since certain of the outlined processes may not be tenable. The clutch components should be taken off and an examination for signs of wear, for scoring, for lack of grease, dryness or other signs of damage; all indications requiring replacement of the bearing, a flashlight should be useful for lighting up the recess. The pilot bearing can be can be pulled out using puller and slide hammer. To fit the new bearing it is necessary to put lithium-based grease on the outer diameter slightly and then fit the bearing into the recess using large socket turning it in such a way that the seal will face the transmission. Furthermore, replaced the clutch components, transmission and all eliminates fasteners properly alongside the used components.