Change Car Clutch Honda HR-V
Change Car Clutch
| Estimated time | 9h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~900£ |
| Difficulty | Technical |
| Vehicles |
HR-V 1999-2006 1
|
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) | 9h00 |
| Renew the multi-plate clutch assembly | 9h00 |
What is a Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HR-V 1999-2006 | 1999-2006 | 1.6 16V VTEC Petrol (D16W5) | Petrol |
| HR-V 2015-2022 | 2015-2022 | 1.5 i-VTEC Petrol (L15B4), 1.5 i-VTEC Petrol (L15BY), 1.5 i-VTEC Turbo Petrol (L15BY), 1.6 i-DTEC Diesel (N16A3) | Diesel, Petrol |