Change Car Clutch Suzuki Jimny
Change Car Clutch
| Estimated time | 3h30 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~350£ |
| Difficulty | Technical |
| Vehicles |
Jimny 1999-2018 2
|
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) | 3h30 |
| Renew the multi-plate clutch assembly | 5h00 |
What is a Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jimny 1999-2018 | 1999-2018 | 1.3 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (G13BB), 1.3 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (M13A), 1.3 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (M13A), 1.5 8V DDiS Diesel (K9K-262), 1.5 8V DDiS Diesel (K9K-266) | Diesel, LPG, Petrol |
| Jimny 2018-2025 | 2018-2025 | 1.5 16V Petrol (K15B) | Petrol |
