How to Properly Maintain a Pilot Bearing in a Dodge Dakota?

The pilot bearing should be serviced by first removing the transmission, the transfer case if you have one and the clutch housing. After that, get rid of the clutch cover and disc. Remove the pilot bearing by using the right tool. Wipe the bearing bore with a solvent and then wipe it with a shop towel before installing the bearing. Secure the bearing into installation using a clutch alignment tool and also confirm it is not crooked or cocked. Place the bearing inside the journal until it is directly against the edge of the assembly, making sure it is not pushed in any recesses. Reattach the transmission, clutch housing, clutch cover and disc last, if a transfer case is used.

How to Service a Pilot Bearing on Dodge Ram 1500?

When servicing the pilot bearing, remove the transmission first, next the pressure plate and then the clutch disc. Remove the pilot bearing with the help of an internal puller and a slide hammer. After that, flush out the bore with solvent and dry it up with a shop towel. Position the bearing so that its letter side is facing the transmission, with the edge of the bearing flush with the bore, so it doesn't get cocked or recessed. Put in the clutch disc, pressure plate and transmission as the very last step.

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Dodge Pilot Bearing Part Number: 52107562AB
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- Other Name: Bearing - Pilot; Multi-Purpose Bearing; Needle Bearing; Pilot Bearings; Bearing Pilot
- Replaces: 5015625AA
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Ram 1500 | 2000-2001
- Ram 2500 | 2010, 2006-2007, 1994-2002 | Base, Laramie, Power Wagon, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX, TRX4 | 10 Cyl 8.0 L GAS, 5.9L L6, 6 Cyl 5.9 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- Ram 3500 | 2010, 2006-2007, 1994-2002 | Base, Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX4 | 10 Cyl 8.0 L GAS, 5.9L L6, 6 Cyl 5.9 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL
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Dodge Pilot Bearing Part Number: 52114385AB
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- Other Name: Bearing - Pilot; Pilot Bearings; Bearing; Bearing Pilot
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Ram 1500 | 2006-2010 | Laramie, SLT, SRT-10, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX, TRX4 | 10 Cyl 8.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Dodge Pilot Bearing Part Number: 53009181AB
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- Other Name: Bearing - Pilot; Multi-Purpose Bearing; Needle Bearing; Pilot Bearings; Bearing Pilot
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Dakota | 1992-1999 | Base, LE, S, SLT, Sport, WS | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS
- Ram 1500 | 2006, 1994-1999 | Base, LT, Laramie, SRT-10, SS/T 5.9L, ST, Sport, WS | 10 Cyl 8.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
- Ram 2500 | 1994-1999 | Base | 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
- Ram 3500 | 1994-1999 | Base | 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
- Viper | 2015-2017, 2008-2010, 1992-2006 | ACR, Base, GT, GT2, GTC, GTS, R/T-10, SRT, SRT-10, SRT-10 ACR | 10 Cyl 8.0 L GAS, 10 Cyl 8.3 L GAS, 10 Cyl 8.4 L GAS
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Dodge Pilot Bearing Part Number: 53009180AB
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- Other Name: Sleeve - Pilot; Multi-Purpose Bearing; Needle Bearing; Pilot Bearings; Bearing Pilot For 2.5 Engine, Serviced In Flywheel; Bearing Pilot Manual Transmission; Bearing Pilot
- Replaces: 53009180
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- B150 | 1992-1993 | Base | 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS
- B250 | 1992-1993 | Base | 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
- B350 | 1992-1993 | Base | 8 Cyl 5.2 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
- D150 | 1990-1993 | Base | 3.9L V6, 5.2L V8, 5.9L V8, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS
- D250 | 1990-1993 | Base | 3.9L V6, 5.2L V8, 5.9L V8, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS
- D350 | 1990-1993 | 3.9L V6, 5.9L V8
- Dakota | 1990-2007 | Base, LE, Laramie, S, SLT, SLT Plus, ST, SXT, Sport, Sport Plus, WS | 3.9L V6, 5.2L V8, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS
- Nitro | 2007-2008 | R/T, SLT, SXT | 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
- Ram 1500 | 1994-2008 | Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX4, WS | 3.9L V6, 5.2L V8, 5.9L V8, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
- Ram 2500 | 2006-2007, 1994-2002 | Base, Laramie, Power Wagon, SLT, ST, Sport, TRX4 | 5.2L V8, 5.9L V8, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
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Dodge Pilot Bearing Part Number: 53009178AB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sleeve - Pilot; Multi-Purpose Bearing; Needle Bearing; Pilot Bearings; Bearing Pilot
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Dakota | 2000-2002 | Base, SLT, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Dodge Pilot Bearing Part Number: MD335444
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing - Ball; Pilot Bearings
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Conquest | 1984-1986 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.6 L GAS
- Power Ram 50 | 1984-1986 | Custom, Royal, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.6 L GAS
- Raider | 1987-1989 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.6 L GAS
- Ram 50 | 1984-1993 | Base, Custom, LE, Royal, SE, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.6 L GAS
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Dodge Pilot Bearing ensures power is delivered to the drive shafts in a clean manner through stabilizing the transmission input shaft. Dodge bases its reputation on brute strength, with the original all-steel body back in 1914 to the present-day HEMI thunder. Dodge is leading the technology pack with Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust which unleashes 600 watts of roar or goes into hush mode at a touch of a button. Dodge wraps that drive in tough, no-frills fashion that appears to be at the attack as opposed to rest. Dodge drivers are getting the feeling of drag-strip attitude in their everyday commute with drive modes such as Drag, Donut, and Sport. The badge constructed its own legend based on long life, and it never gives in when the grime, trailer, or high revs strike the road. Years of actual abuse in the real world steeled chassis designs and powertrains to such a degree that fans can beat throttle without holding dainty components together. Pilot Bearing fits on the crank end and lays its transmission input similar to a centering vice, but it destroys wobble that eats gears. Pilot Bearing retains shaft alignment when clutch discs slip at high rpm to avoid any power shifting back in with grinding complaints. Pilot Bearing also removes vibration that passes through the pedal and steering wheel, making long drives enjoyable and less hectic. Frequent replacement of an overheated Pilot Bearing will ensure long life of the gearboxes significantly longer than the schedule of abuse.

Dodge Pilot Bearing Parts and Q&A

Pilot Bearing
53009178AB
Q: How to Properly Maintain a Pilot Bearing in a Dodge Dakota?
A:
The pilot bearing should be serviced by first removing the transmission, the transfer case if you have one and the clutch housing. After that, get rid of the clutch cover and disc. Remove the pilot bearing by using the right tool. Wipe the bearing bore with a solvent and then wipe it with a shop towel before installing the bearing. Secure the bearing into installation using a clutch alignment tool and also confirm it is not crooked or cocked. Place the bearing inside the journal until it is directly against the edge of the assembly, making sure it is not pushed in any recesses. Reattach the transmission, clutch housing, clutch cover and disc last, if a transfer case is used.
Pilot Bearing
53009180AB
Q: How to Service a Pilot Bearing on Dodge Ram 1500?
A:
When servicing the pilot bearing, remove the transmission first, next the pressure plate and then the clutch disc. Remove the pilot bearing with the help of an internal puller and a slide hammer. After that, flush out the bore with solvent and dry it up with a shop towel. Position the bearing so that its letter side is facing the transmission, with the edge of the bearing flush with the bore, so it doesn't get cocked or recessed. Put in the clutch disc, pressure plate and transmission as the very last step.