Change Car Clutch Mazda 3

Change Car Clutch

Technical 7h00–9h00 ~700–900€
Temps estimé 7h00–9h00
Coût estimé ~700–900€
Difficulté Technical
Motorisations
3 2003-2013 3
  • 2.0 MZR 16V Gas (LF)
  • 2.3 MZR 16V Gas (L3)
  • 2.3 MZR 16V MPS Gas (L3)
3 2009-2016 2
  • 2.0 MZR Gas (LF)
  • 2.3 MPS DISI Turbo Gas (L3)

What is a Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3 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 générations couvertes

Génération Période Motorisations Carburant
3 2003-2013 2003-2013 2.0 MZR 16V Gas (LF), 2.3 MZR 16V Gas (L3), 2.3 MZR 16V MPS Gas (L3) Gas
3 2009-2016 2009-2016 2.0 MZR Gas (LF), 2.0 SKYACTIV-G Gas (PE), 2.3 MPS DISI Turbo Gas (L3), 2.5 MZR Gas (L5) Gas