Change Car Clutch Volkswagen Passat
Change Car Clutch
| Temps estimé | 9h00–11h00 |
|---|---|
| Coût estimé | ~900–1100€ |
| Difficulté | Technical |
| Motorisations |
Passat V 1996-2005 10
Passat VII (/-Alltrack) 2011-2015 1
|
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) 01E | 9h00 |
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) 01W | 8h00 |
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) 01A | 12h00 |
What is a Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passat V 1996-2005 | 1996-2005 | 1.8 Gas (AWM), 1.8 Turbo Gas (AEB), 1.8 Turbo Gas (ANB), 1.8 Turbo Gas (APU), 1.8 Turbo Gas (AWT), 2.0 TDI Diesel (BHW), 2.8 V6 Gas (AHA), 2.8 V6 Gas (AMX), 2.8 V6 Gas (APR), 2.8 V6 Gas (AQD), 2.8 V6 Gas (ATQ), 4.0 W8 Gas (BDN), 4.0 W8 Gas (BDP) | Diesel, Gas |
| Passat VII (/-Alltrack) 2011-2015 | 2011-2015 | 2.0 TDI DPF Diesel (CFFB) | Diesel |