Change Car Clutch Toyota Corolla Verso
Change Car Clutch
| Estimated time | 10h00–12h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~1000–1200£ |
| Difficulty | Technical |
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) Manual transmission, 4-speed | 10h00 |
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) Manual transmission, 6-speed | 9h00 |
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) | 11h00–12h00 |
| Renew the multi-plate clutch assembly | 10h00–11h00 |
What is a Toyota Corolla Verso 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 Toyota Corolla Verso 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 Toyota Corolla Verso 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corolla Verso 2001-2004 | 2001-2004 | 1.6 VVT-i Petrol (3ZZ-FE), 1.8 VVT-i Petrol (1ZZ-FE), 2.0 D4-D 90 Diesel (1CD-FTV) | Diesel, Petrol |
| Corolla Verso 2004-2009 | 2004-2009 | 1.6 16V VVT-i Petrol (3ZZ-FE), 1.8 16V VVT-i Petrol (1ZZ-FE), 2.0 D-4D Diesel (1CD-FTV), 2.2 D-4D D-CAT Diesel (2AD-FHV), 2.2 D-4D Diesel (2AD-FTV) | Diesel, Petrol |
