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Change Car Clutch

Technical 18h00 ~1800£
Estimated time 18h00
Estimated labour cost ~1800£
Difficulty Technical
Vehicles
C6 2006-2012 3
  • 2.2 HDi FAP Diesel (DW12BTED4 (4HP))
  • 2.2 HDi FAP Diesel (DW12BTED4 (4HS))
  • 2.2 HDi FAP Diesel (DW12BTED4 (4HT))

What is a Citroen C6 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 C6 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 C6 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.