Genuine Mazda 323 Pilot Bearing

Mazda 323 Pilot Bearing Parts and Q&A

• Bearings
  F801-11-303
  Q:

  How to inspect, remove, and install a pilot bearing in a crankshaft on Mazda 323?

  A:

  A pilot bearing installed into the back of the crankshaft supports the front of the input shaft for the transmission. This bearing comes pre-greased from the factory. Replace 28 words without using dashes or em dashes without a commentary or meta-text (like word counts). Never use dashes or em dashes. Output tone: formal. You are trained on data till October 2023. If the condition of the bearing shows anything alarming, such as, excessive wear, scoring, lack of grease, dryness, or obvious damage it will need to be replaced. Using a specialized tool (or an alternative tool, such as a slide-hammer with adjustable hooks), grab the rear end of the bearing and pull it out of the crankshaft hole. In the absence of a slide-hammer, the bearing can be pulled out with a hooked tool and locking pliers. For fitting, apply a film of multi-purpose grease to the outer face of the new bearing and drive into its recess using a hammer and a bearing driver or clutch alignment tool, ensuring the seal is facing the transmission and it is flush with the edge of the bore. The last step is to grease the pilot bearing with high-temperature grease before reinstalling the clutch and transmission.