How much does it cost to replace a clutch on a Ford Ranger?
Ford Ranger Clutch Replacement Cost Estimate. The average cost for a Ford Ranger clutch replacement is between $791 and $889. Labor costs are estimated between $375 and $473 while parts are priced at $416.
What is a pilot bearing?
The pilot bearing/bushing supports and centres the transmission input shaft and clutch disc. When the clutch is disengaged, the pilot bearing/bushing allows the flywheel to maintain engine RPM while the input shaft is slowing down and stopping.
What is the purpose of the pilot bearing?
Pilot bearings sit between the engine and the clutch and allow for the speed difference between transmission shaft and crankshaft.
What causes a pilot bearing to fail?
Contamination inside the bearing. Dirt or sand in the bearing at install. Some people install the pilot bearing using a socket that fits the edge of the bearing race. This can sometimes be an issue if they pount on the socket too hard, deforming the edge of the bearing causing it to run hot and fail early.
Do you need to grease the pilot bearing?
If the pilot bearing is oilite (sintered bronze that is oil /or oil and PTFE impregnated) you do not need to grease it.
Do pilot bushings need grease?
Your ‘bronze’ bushing should be oilite and not need lube. If it’s magnetic ,you have the wrong bushing.
What happens when pilot bearing fails?
When the pilot is failing, or has failed, the input shaft will be allowed to walk around causing it to go off center. When this happens, the transmission input shaft will begin moving around inside the transmission causing the gears and synchronizers to be off center resulting in the transmission popping out of gear.
Do you grease clutch splines?
Lightly grease all around the hub spline of the clutch disk and the transmission input shaft with SACHS high-performance grease. Lightly grease the hub spline of the clutch disk and the transmission input shaft. If too much grease is used, centrifugal forces will transfer it onto the clutch linings during operation.
Do I need to lube a new clutch cable?
No you dont. The cables are teflon coated inside and oil can break that down.