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phil_qc 12-21-2007 11:31 PM

How easy is it to replace the clutch ?
 
Not that I need a new clutch but I like doing things
myself on my car and I want to know if I will do it
myself when needed...

I'm able to do all the suspension and brake work,
easy enough for me but to replacethe clutch, do
I have to remove the complet trans ? Is it something
you can do at home with the right tool ??? I saw that
it need all kinds of bearing pullers, any regular tools can do it ???

It's just to know if I would do it myself with the
service manual...

Philippe

feddup 12-21-2007 11:37 PM

advanced?
 
Everyone may not agree but generally a clutch is not an owner serviceable part. Sure it's possible but that task could well turn nightmarish at home by yourself.

PwRmAd 12-21-2007 11:48 PM

You should be able do it easy, especially with the size of the fits tranny.

lubricus 12-22-2007 01:19 AM

a word of caution...
 
I agree that the Fit's transmission is small, but having replaced several clutches I have to voice a word of caution:

The transmission on something like a S10 or Ranger might be big and heavy, but I actually found them easier (less frustrating) to work on than a small front wheel drive car, only because the engine compartments on front wheel drive cars are so tight. I haven't replaced the clutch on my Fit yet (I don't know how hard you'd have to drive a Honda to have to replace a clutch by now...2007), but I think the experience would be like the one I had working on an old Chevy Citation... that is... it was small and light, but frustratingly difficult to maneuver in the space available.

My advice: get the service manual, and take a long look and figure out if it'll be worth your trouble. If you can't tell whether or not it will be worth your trouble, it'll probably be difficult.

DynamicFit 12-22-2007 02:40 AM

I've already replaced the clutch on the Fit and it is relatively easy, except that you have to drop the crossmember in order to remove the transmission. If you don't have a lift and a trans jack, I would highly recommend that you take it to a shop to get the job done.

phil_qc 12-22-2007 10:55 AM

Thanks guys for advices...

Philippe


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