Change Car Clutch Ford Probe

Change Car Clutch

Technical 8h00 ~800$
Time Estimate 8h00
Cost Estimate ~800$
Difficulty Technical
Vehicles
Probe 1993-1998 1
  • 2.0 16V Gas (FS-DE)

What is a Ford Probe 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 Ford Probe 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 Ford Probe 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
Probe 1988-1992 1988-1992 2.2 Gas (LC22), 2.2 Turbo Gas (LC22T), 3.0 Gas (U30) Gas
Probe 1993-1998 1993-1998 2.0 16V Gas (FS-DE), 2.5 V6 Gas (KL-DE) Gas