Can you lube the clutch release bearing?

[4Runner_101]

I go through a lot of muddy waters, and by doing so my clutch release bearing makes a lot of noise when i release the clutch, it goes away when the clutch peddle is pressed, but as soon as i release the peddle it whines like a baby. Was wondering if theres any way to lube it WITHOUT removing the transmission? Thanks

 

[1blink]

Negatory. It's a clutch job, those are non serviceable bearings, even if you could get to them.

 

[4Runner_101]

Negatory. It's a clutch job, those are non serviceable bearings, even if you could get to them.

really? cant i just remove the dust shield and just spray the crap out of it with some type of lube?? mybe tranny fluid?

 

[nevada]

really? cant i just remove the dust shield and just spray the crap out of it with some type of lube?? mybe tranny fluid?

theres a good chance that would contaminate the clutch disc. not good.

if its making noise, likely its dry, and needs replaced. time for a clutch job.

mud is bad.