Change Car Clutch

Technical 6h00–9h00 ~600–900€
Temps estimé 6h00–9h00
Coût estimé ~600–900€
Difficulté Technical
Motorisations
626 1987-1992 1
  • 2.2i 12V Gas (F2)
626 1992-1997 2
  • 2.0i 16V Gas (FS)
  • 2.5i V6 24V Xerxes Gas (KL)
626 1997-2003 1
  • 2.0 HP Gas (FS)
Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) 6h00
Renew the multi-plate clutch assembly 8h00

What is a Mazda 626 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 626 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 626 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.

4 générations couvertes

Génération Période Motorisations Carburant
626 1983-1987 1983-1987 2.0 8V Gas (FE), 2.0i 8V GT Gas (FE) Gas
626 1987-1992 1987-1992 2.2 12V SOHC Turbo Gas (F2), 2.2i 12V Gas (F2) Gas
626 1992-1997 1992-1997 2.0i 16V Gas (FS), 2.5i V6 24V Xerxes Gas (KL) Gas
626 1997-2003 1997-2003 2.0 16V Gas (FS), 2.0 HP Gas (FS), 2.5 Gas (KL) Gas