NOTE: Removal of the pilot bearing is only necessary if damaged or when installing a new or rebuilt clutch.
If equipped, remove the pilot bearing.
Use a mandrel and hammer to remove the pilot bearing.
Use an abrasive pad, Part Number 3823258, or equivalent, to clean the pilot bore
Clean and Inspect for Reuse
If the pilot bearing was removed, use a wire brush to clean the crankshaft pilot bore.
Use steam or solvent to clean the flywheel.
Dry with compressed air.
Inspect for nicks or burrs.
Use Scotch-BriteTM 7448 abrasive pad, or equivalent, to remove small nicks and burrs.
Use the crack detection kit, Part Number 3375432, to check for cracks in the flywheel. Follow the instructions
provided with the kit.
Inspect the flywheel ring gear teeth for cracks and chips.
If the ring gear teeth are cracked or broken, the ring gear must be replaced. Refer to Procedure 016-008 in
Section 16.
