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2001 Mazda B3000 release bearing replacement
2001 MAZDA B3000
6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
PHILIP WARD
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How do I remove the old release bearing from the slave cylinder on a 2001 Mazda B3000?
May 4, 2011 at 12:01 PM
RASMATAZ
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Release bearing is also called the throwout bearing located within the clutch assembly/tranny input shaft-You have to drop the tranny to get to it-
May 4, 2011 at 12:12 PM
PHILIP WARD
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Already out. How do I get the throwout bearing off of the slave cylinder?
May 4, 2011 at 12:33 PM
KHLOW2008
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Twist release bearing and carrier assembly until preload spring pushes bearing assembly from slave cylinder. See Fig. 8 . Remove retainer ring.
NOTE:
Use only lithium base grease on release bearing. DO NOT use petroleum base lubricants.
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May 4, 2011 at 12:53 PM
PHILIP WARD
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Never mind: I figured it out for myself; by using my eyes and my intellect....
May 4, 2011 at 12:53 PM
KHLOW2008
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Have a nice day.
May 4, 2011 at 12:55 PM
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