Your Vehicle: 2001 Ford Escort ZX2 L4-2.0L DOHC VIN 3
 
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Bearing-Pilot

  

Special Tool(s)

Removal

  1. Remove the flywheel.
  2. Inspect the transaxle input shaft pilot bearing for:
    • Misalignment and looseness in the crankshaft.
    • Needle rollers for scoring, worn or broken rollers, inadequate grease or discoloration.
    • Seal leakage.

  

  1. NOTE: Only replace the transaxle input shaft bearing if it is damaged.

Remove the transaxle input shaft bearing.

  1. Install the Puller.
  2. Remove the transaxle input shaft bearing.
  1. Clean the transaxle input shaft with a wire brush.
  2. Inspect the transmission input shaft for:
    • Burrs.
    • Rust.
    • Damage to the input shaft spline.
    • Damage to the input shaft on the pilot bearing contact surface.

Installation

  

  1. Use (A) Pilot Bearing Replacer and (B) Driver Handle and install the (C) transaxle input shaft pilot bearing.
  2. Apply a light coating of Premium Long Life Grease XG-I-C, XG-I-K or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M1C75-B to the transaxle input shaft.
  3. Install the flywheel.
  4. Install the disc and pressure plate.