Clutch replacement in Loughborough
Slipping, juddering or a heavy pedal. We replace worn clutches and sort out clutch faults.
A clutch wears a little every time you pull away or change gear, so sooner or later every manual car needs a new one. When yours starts to slip, judder or make gears hard to select, we can replace it at our garage on Cumberland Rd in Loughborough.
We check what's actually wrong before any parts are ordered. Sometimes a clutch problem turns out to be the hydraulics or the cable rather than the clutch itself.
Signs your clutch needs attention
- The revs rise but the car doesn't pick up speed, especially uphill or in a high gear
- The biting point is right at the top of the pedal
- Juddering or shaking as you pull away
- Gears crunch or are hard to select
- A burning smell after hill starts or heavy traffic
- The pedal feels spongy, sticks or is heavier than it used to be
What’s included
- A check of the fault before any parts are ordered
- Removing the gearbox to get to the clutch
- Fitting the new clutch: usually the friction plate, pressure plate and release bearing
- Checking the flywheel and the clutch hydraulics or cable while everything is apart
- Refitting, then a road test before the car goes back to you
Common questions
How do I know my clutch is on its way out?
The classic sign is slipping: you press the accelerator, the revs climb, but the car doesn't speed up to match. A high biting point, juddering when you pull away and gears that crunch are also common. If you notice any of these, book the car in before it leaves you stuck.
How long does a clutch replacement take?
It depends on the car. On some it's a few hours. On others the gearbox is much harder to get out and it takes most of a day or longer. Tell us the make, model and registration when you book and we'll give you a realistic idea.
Can I keep driving on a slipping clutch?
For a short while, usually, but it only gets worse and it can fail without much warning. A badly slipping clutch can also overheat and damage the flywheel, which adds to the bill.
Related services
Diagnostics
Warning light on, or something not right. We find the cause before anything gets replaced.
Engine replacement
When an engine is past saving, we take it out and fit a replacement.
Brake repairs
Pads, discs and brake faults checked and put right.
See all services. We look after cars from Loughborough, the villages around it and the rest of Leicestershire.
Book a slot that fits around work
Open Monday to Friday 5pm to 10pm, Saturday 10am to 3pm.