Release bearing — replacement (Nissan Terrano 1)

1. When repairing or replacing clutch parts, it is necessary to replace the release bearing or perform maintenance work on it.

2. If grease is leaking from the bearing, or the bearing is difficult to turn by hand, it should be replaced.

3. Remove the rubber boot from the clutch fork.

4. Use a screwdriver to disconnect the fork ball joint spring (photo).



5. Remove the clutch release fork.

6. Remove the release bearing (photo).

Attention! Check for cracks and deformations on the fork. Check the bearing rotation freedom by hand. The release bearing must not be washed in solvent. When installing a new clutch, the release bearing must be replaced.

7. If necessary, press the release bearing off the hub (photo).



8. Press in the new bearing, applying force to the outer race.

9. Assembly is performed in the reverse order. Place high-melting grease into the inner cavity of the hub (photo).



10. Apply a thin layer of the same grease to the rubbing surfaces of the fork. Excessive lubrication is not allowed

11. When installing the fork onto the release bearing, make sure that the ends of the spring enter the groove of the bearing and rest against the fork (photo).