MazdaMitch That would be the pilot bearing and if you've never replaced the clutch before watch this video https://youtu.be/m1fRMlas38g?si=GZgNiYZoahymXvID
Mrcrowley Thanks everyone I just hadn't seen it and this is my first clutch replacement so thanks to all
Cusser I've just used a little wheel bearing grease on the pilot bearing, a little on the shaft that goes into it, and a little on the starter teeth.