Change Car Clutch Mini Clubman
Change Car Clutch
| Temps estimé | 10h00–11h00 |
|---|---|
| Coût estimé | ~1000–1100€ |
| Difficulté | Technical |
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) | 10h00–11h00 |
| Renew the multi-plate clutch assembly | 10h00–13h00 |
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) Front-wheel drive | 11h00 |
| Renew the clutch assembly (semi-automatic transmission) | 13h00 |
What is a Mini Clubman 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 Mini Clubman 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 Mini Clubman 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clubman 2007-2015 | 2007-2015 | Cooper Gas (N12B16A), Cooper Gas (N16B16A), Cooper S Gas (N14B16A), Cooper S Gas (N18B16A), John Cooper Works Gas (N14B16C), John Cooper Works Gas (N18B16C) | Gas |
| Clubman 2015-2024 | 2015-2024 | Cooper S Gas (B48A20A) | Gas |