Change Car Clutch Citroen C1
Change Car Clutch
| Estimated time | 7h00–13h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~700–1300£ |
| Difficulty | Technical |
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) | 7h00 |
| Renew the clutch assembly (semi-automatic transmission) | 8h00 |
| Renew the multi-plate clutch assembly | 7h00 |
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) Without air conditioning | 9h00 |
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) With air conditioning | 10h00 |
| Renew the clutch assembly (semi-automatic transmission) With air conditioning | 10h00 |
| Renew the clutch assembly (semi-automatic transmission) Without air conditioning | 10h00 |
What is a Citroen C1 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 Citroen C1 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 Citroen C1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| C1 2005-2013 | 2005-2013 | 1.0 12V Petrol (1KR-FE (CFB)), 1.0 12V Petrol (384F (CFA)), 1.4 HDi Diesel (DV4TD (8HT)) | Diesel, Petrol |
| C1 2014-2021 | 2014-2021 | 1.0 VTi 12V Petrol (1KR-FE (CFB)), 1.2 VTi Petrol (EB2D (HMT)), 1.2 VTi Petrol (EB2F (HMZ)) | Petrol |