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Replacing a Clutch Cost

How Much Does Replacing a Clutch Cost?

low costMedium: $500-$1,500
low costHigh: $2,000-$2,500+

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The clutch transfers power from the engine to the transmission, allowing the driver to temporarily interrupt this process to stop the car or change gears. The clutch is a mechanism that has four basic components: the flywheel, clutch disc, pressure plate, and the throw-out or release bearing.
 
Typical costs:
  • Replacing a clutch typically runs $500-$2,500. Some examples: Ford Ranger pick-up, about $800; Toyota Camry (4 cylinder), about $1,500-$1,600; BMW 330i, about $1,100.
  • Front wheel drive vehicles tend to cost much more as their clutches are more complicated and labor intensive to repair. Some cars that were relatively inexpensive to buy may prove to be quite costly if the clutch brakes down.
  • Prices also vary depending on prevailing labor costs. If workers tend to be paid less than average, you may find lower prices.
What should be included:
  • Inspect throw out bearing, pilot bearing, pressure plate, clutch disc and flywheel.
  • Replace clutch disc. Material covering this part often fails before other parts.
  • Flywheel should be resurfaced or replaced. If not properly repaired, vibrations may result when clutch is engaged.
  • Pressure plates should be replaced if worn.
  • Replace throw out bearing if necessary.
  • The mechanic should check for fluid from engine or transmission and fix and leaks which affected the clutch mechanism.
Additional costs:
  • If the vehicle has a hydraulic clutch system which contains a slave and master cylinders, repair cost could increase by $300-$1,000.
Discounts:
  • Some repair shops offer discounts for AAA members.
Shopping for replacing a clutch:
  • Find a reputable repair shop and proceed with caution when using bargain specials from unknown mechanics.
  • Find a mechanic before you need one. Do your research and locate a mechanic you trust before you actually need servicing, so you aren't stuck with the first mechanic you find during a time of need.
  • If you don't already have a mechanic, look for mechanics who are certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. Search for ASE certified Blue Seal repair facilities.
  • Check with your state consumer affairs department or The Better Business Bureau to see if the shop has generated a lot of consumer complaints.
Article updated February 2007
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pt cruiser
Amount: $1,350.00
Posted by: lizfromct in norwich, CT.Posted: May 24th, 2010 02:05AM
Car Make: cryslerCar Model: pt cruiser
Auto Shop: delership
when you notice the issue get it fixed right away i waited and finally was forced to fix it when getting on the highway my car wouldn't go over 25 mph.
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Clutch
Amount: $780.00
Posted by: a user in Auburn, WA.Posted: June 4th, 2010 11:06PM
Car Make: VWCar Model: 02 GTI 1.8t
Auto Shop: Dub Autowerks
Getting it done tomorrow. Upgrading to single mass lightened flywheel and a vr clutch
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2005 civic si
Amount: $146.00
Posted by: tronks in riverside, CA.Posted: June 27th, 2010 09:06PM
Car Make: civic siCar Model: si
Auto Shop: my self
I just order a stage 2 clutch and put it on my self. Repair sop wanted 1400 plus parts did'it my self I spend 200dls
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clutch
Amount: $520.00
Posted by: jj87507 in Santa Fe, NM.Posted: July 11th, 2010 05:07AM
Car Make: jeepCar Model: wrangler
Auto Shop: Friend's Friend
Started shoping labor costs they started at $350 and went as high as $675. Auto Zone had the cheapest price on the clutch. PEP Boys was $70 higher on a $159 part. WOW
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Clutch Replacement, New Slave Cylinder
Amount: $925.00
Posted by: user 100 in Brighton, MI.Posted: July 21st, 2010 11:07AM
Car Make: 2002 FordCar Model: Ranger
Auto Shop: A Plus Transmission
I was expecting closer to $800 based on the research I have been doing. The have had my car for 2 full days and it won;t be released until halfway through the third.
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clutch flywheel and seal axle leaks
Amount: $1,661.00
Posted by: nickopolis in Chicago, IL.Posted: August 12th, 2010 11:08PM
Car Make: volkswagenCar Model: jetta
Auto Shop: VCF automotive
Seemed a little steep. The shop told me that they used a single flywheel instead of a double flywheel and it saved $800. This shop bills off of a standard charge sheet. (manual trans 2003 1.8t jetta 64k miles)
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Clutch kit Replacement
Amount: $900.00
Posted by: a user in Liberty, MO.Posted: September 17th, 2010 03:09PM
Car Make: MitsubishCar Model: Eclipse GST
Auto Shop: Certified Transmision
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Replace clutch
Amount: $2,505.37
Posted by: D D in Bridgeport, CT.Posted: September 23rd, 2010 10:09PM
Car Make: 2007 BMWCar Model: 328xi
Auto Shop: BMW dealer
message from service department "Good morning. I just left you a voicemail, the car needs a new clutch. The one in the car is burnt and needs to be replaced. The clutch will cost $2505.37 which would bring the grand total to $5269.11 (includes all the other work we did, the clutch and tax). Let me know because I do not have the clutch in stock and if you get back to me soon I can order it for tomorrow" ... ouch!!! feel like just getting another car from just the regular maintenance
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Replace Clutch
Amount: $400.00
Posted by: weebil in Portland, OR.Posted: October 1st, 2010 10:10AM
Car Make: 1997 Nissan XECar Model: Pickup
Clutch Doctors on Broadway
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clutch kit and slave cylinder
Amount: $450.00
Posted by: tony g in ss, TX.Posted: October 6th, 2010 01:10PM
Car Make: 99 fordCar Model: ranger
Auto Shop: brown's
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Clutch
Amount: $250.00
Posted by: Nurse K in phila, PA.Posted: October 17th, 2010 01:10AM
Car Make: FordCar Model: mustang
Auto Shop: 57 tire shop
I purchased the Clutch kit at Pep Boys for 161.00 and had the locals do it for $250.00;satisfied!
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clutch kit
Amount: $600.00
Posted by: spbonus in Pasadena, CA.Posted: November 16th, 2010 04:11PM
Car Make: 2002 fordCar Model: mustang
Auto Shop: local shop
ford motor company clutch kit. flywheel resurfaced.
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Clutch Slave & Master
Amount: $430.00
Posted by: Satisfied, not thrilled in Dundalk, MD.Posted: December 2nd, 2010 06:12AM
Car Make: HyundaiCar Model: Elantra
Auto Shop: Cockeysville, MD
Leaking clutch fluid, '03 standard Hyundai Elantra. Reputable mechanic recommended replacement of master and slave clutch at same time. $430 for both master and slave with parts, labor, taxes. Also had them replace 3 belts for an additional $130. (Total $560)
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Honda Civic 2003
Amount: $800.00
Posted by: whaley.michael@sbcglobal.net in Pacifica, CA.Posted: December 8th, 2010 07:12AM
Car Make: HondaCar Model: Civic ex 4door
Auto Shop: Tonys auto repair
Tony's auto repair in Pacifica CA did the repair. They used only honda parts.
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Clutch kit
Amount: $620.00
Posted by: a user in Moroni, UT.Posted: December 8th, 2010 12:12PM
Car Make: HyundaiCar Model: Tiburon gt
Auto Shop: moroni, ut
Throw out bearing went out in my car and i took it to my local auto mechanic. He said to just spend the money on a clutch kit since its hecticto replace a throw out bearing without doing a clutch with it
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CLUTCH
Amount: $321.00
Posted by: KD3 in Houston, TX.Posted: December 11th, 2010 05:12PM
Car Make: SaturnCar Model: LS
I called auto zone and purchased a clutch for $134.99 and then called several auto repair shops to see which place charged the least per hour for labor. No more then 3 hours labor ranging anywhere from $50-$150 per hour/+part is so much better then paying $1500 ( what I was getting quoted) to do it all at the shop!!! I suggest to anyone that is in this situation, to do the same.. Dont spend if you don't have to. Most places will even tow it to the shop for free.
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clutch
Amount: $100.00
Posted by: a user in murfreesboro, TN.Posted: December 18th, 2010 10:12PM
Car Make: mazdaCar Model: b2200
Auto Shop: me
anyone who is paying more than 800 for PARTS AND LABOR is getting ripped, this is coming from a mechanic
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Clutch or Slave MC
Amount: $45.00
Posted by: Lenny in Winston-Salem, NC.Posted: December 26th, 2010 02:12PM
Car Make: HondaCar Model: Accord Cpe
Auto Shop: DIY
I feel that some folks have gotten ripped off in a big way! I replaced my clutch master cylinder myself with the help of a mechanic friend who only
looked over my shoulder. It was a tight place to
work, but it wasn't that big of a deal. I had to bleed the lines, which is about the same as brake line bleeding. Shop around and make sure your not dealing with a thief or parts changer.
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clutch
Amount: $1,050.00
Posted by: Kenny in niverville, NY.Posted: January 14th, 2011 02:01PM
Car Make: vwCar Model: 97 golf
Auto Shop: local shop
replaced entire clutch assembly, resurface flywheel. I guess i'm in the mid range of price but I only paid $2500 for the whole car!!!Also had to change cv shaft tranny side and cooling tube(additional $380 including all ny taxes)
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R&R Clutch on 1999 Honda Accord w/V-tech L-4 (4 cylinder)
Amount: $1,100.00
Posted by: Juan Rodriguez in Fergus Falls, MN, MN.Posted: February 28th, 2011 03:02AM
Car Make: 1999 HondaCar Model: Accord LX
Auto Shop: TSI - BahnStormer Auto Tech
R&R Throw. Bearing, pressure plate, clutch disk,
M/T 5W40 Synthetic oil drain and fill
Full battery service, all grounds cleaned & protected w/Oxy-guard, etc. (parts inc.)
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Clutch Replacement Sunfire 2003
Amount: $970.00
Posted by: Cc in Edmonton, AL.Posted: May 24th, 2011 12:05PM
Car Make: PontiacCar Model: Sunfire
Auto Shop: A1 Alternators & Starters
428 for Parts (Hydraulic clytch system) this kind of clutch contains a slave and a master cylinder.
496 for 5 hours of labor + 46 of tax
Total 970 $ CAD.
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2003 ECLIPSE GST
Amount: $1,000.00
Posted by: tyler m in beaver dam, WI.Posted: June 24th, 2011 08:06AM
Car Make: MITSUBISHICar Model: ECLIPSE
Auto Shop: 920-885-6000
ridiculous price for a eclipse gst. dont buy one
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Clutch Replacement
Amount: $900.00
Posted by: Djorge in Fredericksburg, VA.Posted: October 27th, 2011 09:10AM
Car Make: NissanCar Model: Sentra
Auto Shop: Superior Transmission Services
Other place down the road was trying to charge me $1300. They repaired it fairly quick.
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Clutch Kit replacement
Amount: $1,572.00
Posted by: CL80 in Ottawa, Other.Posted: May 4th, 2012 04:05AM
Car Make: HyundaiCar Model: Santa Fe 2004
Clutch release bearing needed to be replaced. Mechanic suggested replacing the clutch since it is as intensive labor wise and clutch was almost due to be changed as per prior inspection a year ago was showing. Thank goodness for his suggestion as when they took out the clutch it was nearly blown and could have cost a new transmission had the car not been brought in when it was. Cose call
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