IMS Install help! IMS bearing not centered

[Jager]

Originally Posted by truegearhead

I removed the two at the back of the engine. Apparently there is a third tensioner that pelican doesn't mention? So far my internet searches haven't told me where this thing is. I did try and pull the bearing with no luck, I put quite a bit of force on it but I didn't want to go to far. How much does it take?

It will take a little force to pull the bearing, this is a machine pressed fit you are pulling out. Make sure the bearing is centered in your puller.

[manolo]

This is why JFP specifically told you:

Take your time, read and follow the LN directions (I am not a fan of using setscrews to hold the shaft).

I wouldnt remove the bearing without removing the tensioners. Thats how I did mine and didnt have this problem. Also, if you have that much oil leaking past the bearing, it may not be in such good shape. When you get it out, I bet theres some play in it.