...Kia Cee'd 1.6 CRDi LuK Clutch Academy The Kia Cee'd is a small family hatchback with various engine and body styles. Launched in 2006, it has become increasingly popular on Irish roads. LuK technical takes a closer look at a clutch replacement and offers some handy hints to garages lookin...
...LuK Clutch Academy Mercedes A Class Introduced in 1997, the Mercedes A-Class has proven to be a popular vehicle. With a lengthy removal process of more than seven hours, this article will prove to be an essential read for any garage, helping to reduce clutch removal and installation time...
...Mercedes C220 CDi LuK Clutch Academy Introduced in 2000 to replace the aging W202 range, the Mercedes C Class W203 is a proven contender for the competitive executive compact market. As many vehicles are no longer covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, this makes the Mercedes a perfect...
...48 September 2022 AUTOBIZ Workshop equipment• Vehicle lift (2 post is ideal)• Engine support• Transmission jack• Clutch alignment toolGearbox removalWith the vehicle still sitting on the ground, slacken the front wheel/locking bolts and both the front hub/driveshaft nuts...
...The following workshop equipment is required: With the vehicle positioned on the ramp with the front wheels removed, remove the steering column to steering rack pinch bolt located in the driver's foot well, and disconnect the steering column from the rack. Open the bonnet, disconn...
...LuK Clutch Academy Nissan Navara The Nissan Navara (D40) has proved a to be a popular pick-up truck. Unfortunately, the later 2.5 dCi model hasn't been without some problems, mainly due to overloading the vehicle. Because of this overloading, some owners have complained of burnt out clu...
...LuK Clutch Academy Nissan Navara 2.5 DDTi REPXPERT Alistair Mason replaces the clutch and dual mass flywheel (DMF) on a Nissan Navara 2.5 DDTI, which had covered more than 103,000 miles. Following complaints of the clutch 'slipping', his assessment confirmed the cause, and a clutch and...
...LuK Clutch Academy Nissan Qashqai 1.5 dCi This month, REPXPERT, Alistair Mason, replaced the clutch assembly in a 2014 2WD Nissan Qashqai. The repair time is four-and-a-half hours, with the following workshop equipment required: two-post vehicle lift, engine support, transmission jack...
...Octavia 2.0TDi After gaining a reputation for reliability and quality, the Skoda Octavia has become very popular. The Octavia is a clutch fitters dream, easy to do and with a few pointers from LuK, it should be easy to beat the book time of around five hours on the 2.0 TDI derivative. No...
...LuK Clutch Academy Opel Corsa 1.3 CDTi This month, Schaeffler REPXPERT Alistair Mason replaced the clutch and dual mass flywheel (DMF) on an Opel Corsa 1.3 CDTI, while also taking a close look at a modified concentric slave cylinder (CSC) replacement. With the vehicle positioned on the...