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Change Car Clutch

Technical 12h00–15h00 ~1200–1500£
Estimated time 12h00–15h00
Estimated labour cost ~1200–1500£
Difficulty Technical
Vehicles
DS5 2011-2015 6
  • 1.6 8V HDi Diesel (DV6C (9HD))
  • 1.6 8V HDi Diesel (DV6C (9HR))
  • 1.6 THP Petrol (EP6CDTX (5FU))
  • 2.0 HDi Diesel (DW10CTED4 (RHD))
  • 2.0 HDi Diesel (DW10CTED4 (RHH))
  • 2.0 HDi Hybrid 4 Diesel,Electricity (DW10CTED4 (RHC))

What is a Citroen DS5 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 DS5 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 DS5 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.