The GMC Jimmy Release Bearing allows the driver to disconnect the engine power from the gearbox instantly. This allows smooth gear changes and protects the rest of the clutch set. The Release Bearing is located on the clutch housing and slides along a hollow shaft to push with the pressure plate springs whenever the pedal is pressed, cutting off torque flow so that new ratios can be selected without grinding. After the pedal is lifted, the Release Bearing moves back and the power resumes. The basic design has stayed the same over the decades, but drivers did get two different operating styles. One is moved by a hydraulic slave cylinder and the other by a mechanical cable. Both do the same job, but there are differences in the self-adjusting capabilities of the hydraulic unit compared to the need for precise adjustment of the cable style. If a proper adjustment is not performed on the cable style, the excess load is transferred to the Release Bearing. If you hear rattling sounds, notice a vibration in the pedal, and find the action is stiff and hard to shift, this can all mean trouble. This may happen when the internal rollers lose grease or clearance. Failing to heed these signals can ruin nearby clutch parts and incapacitate the GMC Jimmy, which is why installing a correctly spec'd Release Bearing at the first signs of trouble is how every GMC Jimmy drives with confidence.
Each OEM GMC Jimmy Release Bearing we offer is competitively priced and comes with the assurance of the manufacturer's warranty for the part. Furthermore, we guarantee the speedy delivery of your orders right to your doorstep. Our hassle-free return policy is also in place for your peace of mind.