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Change Car Clutch

Technical 8h00–22h00 ~800–2200£
Estimated time 8h00–22h00
Estimated labour cost ~800–2200£
Difficulty Technical
Vehicles
Avantime 2002-2003 3
  • 2.0 16V Turbo 165, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4R-760 (N7))
  • 2.2 dCi 16V 150 Diesel (G9T-712 (L7))
  • 3.0 V6 24V 205, -LPG LPG,Petrol (L7X-722 (G7))
Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) 8h00–22h00
Renew the multi-plate clutch assembly 8h00–22h00

What is a Renault Avantime 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 Renault Avantime 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 Renault Avantime 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.