Change Car Clutch BMW 6-Series
Change Car Clutch
| Estimated time | 8h00–10h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~800–1000£ |
| Difficulty | Technical |
| Vehicles |
6-Series 2003-2011 5
6-Series 2011-2018 1
|
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) | 8h00–10h00 |
| Renew the multi-plate clutch assembly | 9h00 |
| Renew the clutch assembly (semi-automatic transmission) | 9h00–10h00 |
What is a BMW 6-Series 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 BMW 6-Series 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 BMW 6-Series 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6-Series 2003-2011 | 2003-2011 | 630i Petrol (N53B30A), 630i, -LPG LPG,Petrol (N52B30A), 635d Diesel (M57D30), 645i Petrol (N62B44A), 650i, -LPG LPG,Petrol (N62B48B), M6 Petrol (S85B50A) | Diesel, LPG, Petrol |
| 6-Series 2011-2018 | 2011-2018 | 640d, -xDrive Diesel (N57D30B), 640i, -xDrive Petrol (N55B30A), 650i, -xDrive Petrol (N63B44A), 650i, -xDrive Petrol (N63B44B), M6 Competition Petrol (S63B44B), M6 Petrol (S63B44B), M6 Petrol (S63B44B) | Diesel, Petrol |
