Removal

1. Remove the transaxle.





2. Install Flywheel Holding Tool T74P-6375-A, as shown in a transaxle mounting hole on the engine and engage the tooth of the locking tool into the flywheel.





3. Remove the bolts attaching the clutch pressure plate to the flywheel, and remove the clutch pressure plate.

NOTE: Use Clutch Aligner T74P-7137-K to avoid dropping the clutch disc when the bolts are removed from the clutch pressure plate

4. Remove the clutch disc and Clutch Aligner T74P-7137-K.





5. Inspect the pilot bearing for excessive wear or scoring, and replace if necessary. Remove the pilot bearing using Puller T58L-101-B.

NOTE: Do not remove the pilot bearing if it is not necessary.








6. With Flywheel Holding Tool T74P-6375-A still engaged, remove the flywheel bolts, then remove the flywheel.

CAUTION: Use care when removing the last bolt to prevent dropping the flywheel.