Change Car Clutch Hyundai Tiburon
Change Car Clutch
| Estimated time | 8h00–9h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~800–900£ |
| Difficulty | Technical |
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) | 8h00 |
| Renew the multi-plate clutch assembly | 6h00 |
What is a Hyundai Tiburon 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 Hyundai Tiburon 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 Hyundai Tiburon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiburon 1996-2002 | 1996-2002 | 1.6 16V Petrol (G4ED-E), 2.0 16V Petrol (G4GF) | Petrol |
| Tiburon 2002-2008 | 2002-2008 | 1.6 16V Petrol (G4ED), 2.0 16V CVVT Petrol (G4GC), 2.0 16V Petrol (G4GC), 2.7 V6 Petrol (G6BA-C) | Petrol |
