Is Replacing the Clutch Three-Piece Set Considered a Major Overhaul?
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Replacing the clutch three-piece set is not considered a major overhaul. Below is a partial introduction to the clutch three-piece set: 1. Clutch Disc: If it is worn too thin or the clutch pressure plate is deformed, the clutch will not separate properly or completely when starting, causing the car to shake. Therefore, the clutch system should be checked: The method is very simple. First, adjust the clutch travel to be higher. If the situation improves, it is caused by the clutch being too low. 2. Clutch: If the fault persists after replacing the clutch three-piece set, it may be due to insufficient analysis and judgment of the fault problem by the maintenance technician, but the quality of the parts themselves and the quality of assembly cannot be ruled out. If the slave cylinder is leaking pressure, oil traces can be seen from the outside, and the oil level in the oil reservoir will also decrease accordingly.
To be honest, replacing the clutch assembly isn't considered a major overhaul in experienced mechanics' eyes. Having worked in auto repair shops for over a decade, lifting transmissions to replace clutch discs and pressure plates is routine work that can be done in half a day. A real major overhaul involves disassembling engine blocks and pistons, even requiring crankshaft connecting rods to be reground - that's what we call 'rebuilding from the bones up'. Clutch maintenance is actually routine service-level work, making the car feel buttery smooth like new after replacement. Just remember to apply sufficient grease when installing the release bearing and polish the flywheel surface flat, otherwise the new clutch will start shuddering again soon.
Last month, my old Bora just had its clutch three-piece kit replaced, and the repair cost was just over 2,000 yuan. Though the process of removing the transmission might sound intimidating, it actually just involves detaching the drive shafts and half-shafts, then hoisting the transmission to replace the clutch assembly. It doesn't touch the engine's core components at all, let alone affect the chassis structure. Those used car dealers who try to scare you by calling it a major overhaul are simply trying to lowball your trade-in value. Remember to avoid aggressive throttle inputs for the first 500 kilometers after the clutch replacement—let the new friction discs bed in gradually.
