Change Car Clutch Chevrolet Cruze
Change Car Clutch
| Time Estimate | 9h00–12h00 |
|---|---|
| Cost Estimate | ~900–1200$ |
| Difficulty | Technical |
| Vehicles |
Cruze 2009-2016 2
|
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) (D16, M32, D20, M20, D33) | 9h00 |
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) F40 | 14h00 |
What is a Chevrolet Cruze clutch?
The clutch is a device that smoothly couples the gearbox to the engine without jerking. Most manual gearbox cars use a single-disc diaphragm clutch. Robotised gearboxes started with single clutch and now use dual-clutch systems.
When should you change the Chevrolet Cruze clutch?
The clutch is a wear part that should be changed at the first signs of weakness. Clutch life is approximately 150,000 km but varies greatly with driving style and journey type. Warning symptoms: difficulty changing gears, clutch slip under acceleration, jerking when moving off, rubbing noise.
Is it difficult to change the Chevrolet Cruze clutch kit?
Difficulty level 4/5: technically moderately difficult, requiring specific tools (workshop crane, disc centring mandrel). The method involves: drain gearbox oil, remove driveshafts, remove starter, disconnect gearbox cables, remove gearbox, replace mechanism/disc/bearing, refit gearbox and components, refill gearbox oil, bleed hydraulic clutch circuit if applicable.
2 generations covered
| Generation | Years | Vehicles | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cruze 2009-2016 | 2009-2016 | 1.4 16V Turbo Gas (A14NET (LUJ)), 1.4 Gas (LUV), 1.8 16V, -LPG LPG,Gas (F18D4 (LUW)), 1.8 VVT Gas (LWE), 2.0 TD Diesel (LUZ) | Diesel, Gas, LPG |
| Cruze Mk II 2016-2019 | 2016-2019 | 1.4 Turbo Gas (LE2), 1.6 Turbo Diesel (LH7) | Diesel, Gas |