Change Car Clutch Subaru Forester
Change Car Clutch
| Temps estimé | 10h00 |
|---|---|
| Coût estimé | ~1000€ |
| Difficulté | Technical |
| Motorisations |
Forester 2003-2012 1
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| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) | 10h00 |
| Renew the multi-plate clutch assembly | 10h00 |
What is a Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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.
5 générations couvertes
| Génération | Période | Motorisations | Carburant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forester 1997-2002 | 1997-2002 | 2.5 SOHC Gas (EJ251) | Gas |
| Forester 2003-2012 | 2003-2012 | 2.5 16V Turbo Gas (EJ255), 2.5 Gas (EJ253), 2.5 SOHC Gas (EJ251) | Gas |
| Forester 2008-2013 | 2008-2013 | 2.5 Gas (EJ253), 2.5 Gas (FB25), 2.5 Turbo Gas (EJ255) | Gas |
| Forester 2013-2019 | 2013-2019 | 2.0T DOHC Gas (FA20F), 2.5 Gas (FB25) | Gas |
| Forester 2019-2025 | 2019-2025 | 2.5 Gas (FB25D) | Gas |