This little guy’s job is pretty straightforward – it allows the clutch fork to smoothly push on the clutch pressure plate, disengaging the engine from the transmission when you press the clutch pedal. It basically translates that pushing motion into a rolling action. The grooves help hold grease, keeping things running smoothly and quietly. It’s a rolling element bearing, meaning it uses balls to reduce friction. Think of it as the middleman between your clutch fork and the pressure plate. When you push down on the clutch pedal, the fork moves, and this bearing is what actually physically pushes on the pressure plate to separate the engine’s power from the wheels. It spins as it does this, constantly rolling to minimize wear and tear. It’s located right in the bellhousing, so it gets a bit of heat and grime thrown its way. It's surprisingly important. If this bearing fails, you'll definitely notice. You’ll likely hear a squealing or rattling sound when the clutch is depressed, or even when it’s not. Sometimes it sounds like a chirp, other times more of a grinding. If it really goes bad, you could have trouble getting the car into gear, or even a complete clutch failure. It's a relatively inexpensive part to replace, and doing it before it causes further damage to the clutch or other components will save you money in the long run. You can find these pretty easily online, places like Fixparts Online usually have a good selection. It acts like a shield, protecting your more expensive clutch components from direct wear. Simple and reliable: Grooved Ball Bearing (MPN 11211709934) has a 12-month warranty!

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