Change Car Clutch Chevrolet Malibu
Change Car Clutch
| Estimated time | 11h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~1100£ |
| Difficulty | Technical |
| Vehicles |
Malibu 2012-2016 2
|
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) | 11h00 |
| Renew the multi-plate clutch assembly | 9h00 |
What is a Chevrolet Malibu 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 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Chevrolet Malibu 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 models covered
| Model | Year Range | Engines covered | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu 1996-2003 | 1996-2003 | 2.4 16V Petrol (LD9), 3.1 V6 Petrol (L82) | Petrol |
| Malibu 2012-2016 | 2012-2016 | 2.0 Diesel (A20DTH (LBS)), 2.4 Petrol (A24XF (LE9)) | Diesel, Petrol |
