One of the key services that we provide at our Edmonton-based auto repair centre is clutch replacement. The clutch is a pivotal part of a car. It’s because of a properly functional clutch pedal that a car runs smoothly on the road. The clutch transfers the power from the engine to the transmission system using a complex mechanism, leading to the movement of a manual transmission vehicle.
It is imperative to understand when you should consider a clutch replacement for your vehicle. At Dot Transmissions, whether you need emergency services or you require your vehicle fixed quickly, we come through in the clutch. Get in touch with our team of seasoned professionals if you need us to inspect the clutch in your vehicle.
If you ask yourself which part of your manual car you use the most, then in all likelihood you will realize that it is the clutch. You press the clutch when you want to change gears, accelerate, reverse, and slow down. During all these automotive processes, the clutch suffers a tremendous degree of wear and tear.
Given that the clutch is being used so much, proper maintenance or replacement becomes the need of the hour. It should undoubtedly be tended to because if the clutch pedal is not repaired or replaced, it can cause a host of problems such as slipping, squeaking noises, and more. A damaged clutch pedal will make the driving experience uncomfortable and extremely dangerous.
While the clutch system is designed to be durable, it can fail over time due to regular wear. Like all vehicle parts, your clutch can wear out and, when this happens, there are some telltale signs that make it clear there’s a problem with the clutch:
The average life of a clutch is somewhere between 80,000 to 160,000 km (50,000 to 100,000 miles). But it entirely depends on your driving style, and most importantly, the type of surface on which the car is being driven most of the time. For example, if you drive mostly on Edmonton’s city roads, the clutch will be used a lot more than driving on motorways. The usage of the clutch is directly proportional to its life. One more thing that directly impacts the clutch’s life is the driving style, so if you press the clutch too hard or sit in traffic jams with your feet pressing the clutch unnecessarily, then you will need a clutch replacement much sooner.
There is no exact time to replace the clutch, so we suggest you go for regular auto service so that our technicians can determine the state of your clutch. If you wish to know your clutch’s life and whether it should be replaced or not, connect with us.
Get reliable clutch replacement and repair services in Edmonton from our skilled technicians. When your clutch is showing signs of wear, it’s important not to delay a service – otherwise, you could find yourself stranded on the road. Book an appointment with Dot Transmissions today, and we’ll get you back on the road in no time.
When you press the clutch pedal down, it should feel smooth and consistently springy throughout its movement. When a new clutch is installed, the pedal will usually feel loose or soft, mostly because of the lubrication that was added after the new installation.
Yes, a worn-out clutch will cause a loss of acceleration. The springs wear out, and so the clutch discs don’t clamp down as hard on the flywheel.
If the clutch already shows signs of slipping, it’s a matter of time before the clutch will stop functioning, but Dot Transmissions does not advise that a vehicle’s owner should attempt to stretch the life of an already slipping clutch. Replacing the clutch should be done as soon as possible.
The average time to replace a clutch is between 2 to 6 hours, but in some cases, it can take as long as 10 hours. As with any other repair service, the length of time varies due to several factors. If you make an appointment with us for the clutch replacement job early in the morning, we do our best to return your vehicle on the same day.
Replacing a clutch is a big job and is labour-intensive. However, a complete clutch replacement is not always necessary. Most clutches are operated by hydraulics, so sometimes only a hydraulic cylinder or hose needs to be replaced.
I brought my truck to DOT, thinking it needed a new transmission. They could have taken my money, done the job, and I wouldn’t of thought much else of it. Instead they looked it over and told me it was probably fine for now. That’s honesty!
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