How much does it cost to replace a clutch on a car?

The cost to repair a clutch can range between $500 to $2,500. It really depends on the car. Performance cars, exotic cars, and European cars are more expensive to replace the clutch than Japanese economy cars.

What should I do if my flywheel clutch fails?

You should now have enough clearance to remove the clutch and release bearing. With the clutch removed, check the flywheel for signs of heat stress. Clean the first motion shaft splines and any debris from the bell housing (especially important when a release bearing has failed).

When did the Renault Clio 2.0 Sport come out?

Win! Win! The Renault Clio 2.0 Sport in its Mk2 guise was introduced by Renault Sport in 1998 and face-lifted in 2004. With over 13,000 vehicles on UK roads the 2.0 Sport may not be as popular as some of the smaller engine variants but it is still a worthy subject of an LuK ‘Clutch Clinic’.

What’s the best way to align a clutch?

Wipe any excess grease off the shaft and driven plate hub. Using a universal alignment tool and checking the driven plate is the correct way round (note “Getriebe Seite” is German for “Gearbox Side”), the clutch can be bolted to the flywheel evenly and sequentially.

What causes the clutch pedal linkage to pop off?

The connecting rod from the clutch pedal wears and pops off of its ball joint causing these symptoms. It is a common fault on Renault Clio, Twingo and Kangoo models for the clutch pedal linkage rod to wear and pop off of its ball joint.