Pilot Bearing Check

1. NOTICE: The pilot bearing is a sealed bearing and must not be immersed in any type of cleaning fluid or damage may occur.

   Inspect the pilot bearing for the following conditions. Install a new pilot bearing as necessary. Refer to Pilot Bearing .
   • Needle rollers for scoring, worn or broken rollers, cracked roller cage
   • Inadequate grease
   • Discoloration
   • Seal leakage
   • Misalignment and looseness in the crankshaft