Section 08-00: Clutch System, Service | 1996 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty Chassis Cab and Bronco Equipped with Manual Transmission Workshop Manual |
Needle Type
NOTE: Transmission input shaft pilot bearing (7118) is pressed into crankshaft and should not be loose.
Check transmission input shaft pilot bearing fit in crankshaft bore.
Check the transmission input shaft pilot bearing for misalignment and press fit condition in crankshaft (6303).
Visually inspect the needle rollers for worn or broken rollers, inadequate grease and discoloration due to heating. Also inspect transmission input shaft (7017) for scoring and proper lubrication.
Check the condition of the transmission input shaft pilot bearing seal. There should be no visible grease leakage on the transmission input shaft pilot bearing retainer or the crankshaft. Refer to Section 08-01 to replace.