Change Car Clutch Porsche 911
Change Car Clutch
| Time Estimate | 17h00 |
|---|---|
| Cost Estimate | ~1700$ |
| Difficulty | Technical |
| Vehicles |
911 1989-1994 1
|
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) Without air conditioning | 17h00 |
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) With air conditioning | 17h00 |
What is a Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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.
3 generations covered
| Generation | Years | Vehicles | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 911 1963-1989 | 1963-1989 | 2.3 Gas (911.51), 2.7 Gas (614), 2.7 Gas (911.41), 2.7 Gas (911.42) | Gas |
| 911 1989-1994 | 1989-1994 | 3.6 Carrera 4 Gas (M64.01) | Gas |
| 911 Turbo 1975-1990 | 1975-1990 | 3.0 Turbo Gas (930.61) | Gas |