Parts for your 2006 Honda Fit-Thrust bearing

2006 Honda Fit Thrust Bearing

Yes, a thrust bearing is used on the 2006 Honda Fit. Technical sources including the Honda Fit/Jazz 2001–2008 Workshop Manual (L-series engine section), the Honda factory parts catalogue (EPC), and the clutch section of the service manual confirm two relevant items: the engine’s crankshaft uses an integrated thrust bearing on the No.4 main bearing to control end float, and 5‑speed manual models use a clutch release bearing, commonly called a thrust bearing by many techs.

For owners, it’s handy to know what this bit actually does. The crankshaft thrust bearing lives within the main bearing set and handles axial (back-and-forth) loads. Think of it as a tidy little stop that keeps the crank from walking when the clutch is pressed or when the engine sees fore–aft forces. Keeping end float in spec helps maintain smooth gear engagement, consistent clutch feel, and protects the block, crank, and timing gear from premature wear.

On a 2006 Fit, the crankshaft thrust bearing isn’t a routine service item like oil or filters. It’s inspected if there are symptoms or when the bottom end is apart for other work. Tell‑tales that warrant inspection include a noticeable knock or scrape when the clutch is depressed, clutch pedal engagement changing without hydraulic issues, metal glitter in the oil, or a dial-gauge check showing excessive crank end float. If it’s out of spec, the fix involves removing the sump, bearing cap and main bearings, then fitting quality replacements and verifying clearances/end float to the workshop manual.

Manual-transmission Fits also have a clutch release (thrust) bearing. If there’s a chirp or growl only when the clutch pedal is pressed, that bearing is likely the culprit. It’s best practice to replace the release bearing whenever the clutch kit is done, as access requires gearbox removal. CVT-equipped Fits contain thrust elements internally but they’re not separately serviced.

• Use quality oil and keep service intervals on time to protect all bearings.
• If measuring end float, follow the workshop manual method with a dial indicator and correct spec.
• When the gearbox is out for a clutch, replace the release bearing, pilot (if fitted), and inspect fork and guide tube.

Popular questions about 2006 Honda Fit thrust bearing

Does the 2006 Honda Fit actually have a thrust bearing?
It does. The L‑series engine uses a crankshaft thrust bearing integrated with the main bearings, and manual models use a clutch release bearing often called a thrust bearing. CVT versions don’t have a serviceable external thrust bearing.

What symptoms point to a worn thrust bearing?
For the engine thrust bearing: abnormal crank end float, a knock when the clutch is pressed, or metallic particles in the oil. For the clutch release bearing: noise that appears only when the clutch pedal is pressed and disappears when released. Any of these signs mean it’s time for a proper inspection.

When should it be replaced?
The engine thrust bearing is replaced if end float is out of spec or during a bottom‑end rebuild. The clutch release bearing should be replaced whenever the clutch is changed, or sooner if it’s noisy. Labour varies, but clutch work requires gearbox removal, while engine bearing work involves sump and bearing-cap removal and precise measuring.