Change Car Clutch Jeep Wrangler
Change Car Clutch
| Estimated time | 3h30–8h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~350–800£ |
| Difficulty | Technical |
| Vehicles |
Wrangler 1986-1996 1
Wrangler 1997-2006 3
Wrangler 2007-2018 4
|
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) | 3h30–8h00 |
| Renew the multi-plate clutch assembly | 4h00–8h00 |
What is a Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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.
4 models covered
| Model | Year Range | Engines covered | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrangler 1986-1996 | 1986-1996 | 4.0 Petrol (ERH) | Petrol |
| Wrangler 1997-2006 | 1997-2006 | 2.4 Petrol (ED1), 2.5, -LPG LPG,Petrol (HX (EPE)), 4.0 Petrol (ERH), 4.0, -LPG LPG,Petrol (ERH), 4.0, -LPG LPG,Petrol (MX (ERH)) | LPG, Petrol |
| Wrangler 2007-2018 | 2007-2018 | 2.8 CRD Diesel (ENS), 2.8 CRD DPF Diesel (VM10D (ENS)), 3.6 V6, -LPG LPG,Petrol (ERB), 3.8 V6 Petrol (EGT) | Diesel, LPG, Petrol |
| Wrangler 2018-2025 | 2018-2025 | 2.0 4xe Electricity,Petrol (ECX), 2.0 T-GDi Petrol (EC1), 2.2 MultiJet Diesel (EBH) | Diesel, Electricity, Petrol |