Clutch Repairs in Northampton

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Top garages for Clutch Repairs in Northampton (111 found)
Moulton Main Garage
59 Jobs Completed
Northampton
5.0 / 5

Moulton Main Garage - Providing Automotive Excellence At Moulton Main Garage, we're your one-stop local garage for a whole range of services. What We Offer: - S

In Town Automotive
1011 Jobs Completed
Rothersthorpe Rd Ind Est
4.0 / 5

In Town Automotive is one of the largest independently owned vehicle servicing and repairs garage in Northampton. Not only are we RAC approved and a Foxy lady approve

Formula One Autocentres - Northampton (Gambrel Road)
374 Jobs Completed
Northampton
3.7 / 5

Established in 1974, Formula One Autocentres set out with a mission to deliver a completely new fast-fit experience to its customers. This would feature clean, modern pre

IN'n'OUT Autocentres Northampton - Brackmills
1109 Jobs Completed
Northampton
4.3 / 5

At IN’n’OUT Autocentres we offer fixed prices MOTs and Servicing for any make and model of car with no hidden extras. We are proud to be a ‘Which? Trusted Trader’ so we a

Breakout Autos Ltd
55 Jobs Completed
Wellingborough
5.0 / 5

Progress Motors
162 Jobs Completed
Wellingborough
3.4 / 5

We are an established local independent garage and are proud to be members of Autofirst Network – a nationwide network of independent garages operating to the Network’s 6

PSC Mobile Vehicle Repairs
218 Jobs Completed
Milton Malsor, Northampton
5.0 / 5

Hi, my name is Paul and I own PSC Mobile Vehicle Repairs. I started out in the motor trade 34 years ago, completing my apprenticeship with Ford before going on to carry o

Formula One Autocentres - Northampton (Grafton Street)
461 Jobs Completed
Northampton
3.0 / 5

Established in 1974, Formula One Autocentres set out with a mission to deliver a completely new fast-fit experience to its customers. This would feature clean, modern pre

York Ward And Rowlatt - Vauxhall
91 Jobs Completed
Wellingborough
5.0 / 5

Look after your vehicle and it will look after you. Here at York Ward & Rowlatt, we make it easy to take care of your Vauxhall. Our master technicians are on hand to

Brackmills MOT Centre LTD.
92 Jobs Completed
Northampton
4.7 / 5

Welcome to Brackmills MOT Centre Northampton, we provide a state of the art Mot testing service that is quick, efficient and very accurate giving you peace of mind that o

Northampton Vehicle Body Repairs Ltd
39 Jobs Completed
Northampton
4.9 / 5

Northampton Vehicle Body Repairs are a local independent garage based in Northampton who specialise in all aspects of body work and window tinting working on all makes an

Combined Fleet Maintenance Ltd
44 Jobs Completed
Blisworth
4.8 / 5

We are an independently owned garage that was established 26 years ago. During that time, we have grown to the point that over 80% of our work comes to us by word of mout

AA Auto Care Ltd.
48 Jobs Completed
Northampton
5.0 / 5

In our workshop you can find a team of five highly skilled technicians - three mechanical and two bodywork specialists. We carry out all forms of mechanical repairs, mai

Bells (Northampton)
5 Job Completed
Northampton
5.0 / 5

Bells Kia is totally committed to providing a level of service that reinforces your decision to do business with us. When you purchase a vehicle from Bells Motor Group, w

Cranbrook Road Garage
51 Jobs Completed
Northampton
5.0 / 5

Cranbrook Road Garage have been established since 2011 and are going from strength to strength. We are a fully fledged garage who are here to tackle all your motoring ne

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Clutch Repairs in Northampton
Frequently asked questions
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What is a clutch?

The clutch is the device that connects your car's engine to its gearbox (and, thus, to the wheels.) It is engaged or disengaged to allow you to change gear. You need one because your engine spins all the time, but your wheels do not. The clutch gives you the ability to disconnect the engine from the gearbox and wheels.
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How does a clutch work?

In a car's clutch, a flywheel connects to the engine, and a clutch plate connects to the transmission. When your foot is off the clutch pedal, the flywheel and clutch plate are pressed together, connecting the engine to the gearbox, and they spin at the same speed. When the pedal is pressed, the plate and flywheel are disconnected, allowing you to change gear.
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Can a clutch be repaired?

That depends on what the issue is. If the clutch plate is worn - usually indicated by a 'slipping' clutch or tough - gearchange, it needs to be replaced. However it may be that the issue can be resolved by nothing more than adjusting the clutch cable. A garage will be able to tell.
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How long does a clutch last?

Your clutch is a 'wear part' and relies on friction to work, which means that it IS designed to wear over time and will eventually need replacing - typically after around 7 years. However lots of city driving, 'riding' the clutch, or aggressive acceleration will wear a clutch faster.
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What is a 'Dual Mass Flywheel?

A 'Dual Mass Flywheel' or 'DMF' has its flywheel in two parts, designed to reduce diesel engine vibrations and transmission 'shunt' when changing gear. The two pieces are glued together but any degradation of that compound can lead to difficulties, such as rough running.
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How much does Clutch Repair cost?

This depends on your vehicle: while the clutch itself is typically not expensive, time and care is required in removing, replacing and testing a clutch. Some cars' clutches are harder to access than others, increasing the labour hours involved.

Average rating for  Clutch Repairs in Northampton bookings

4.85

13 reviews

What is a Clutch?

The Clutch is the part of your car engine which is responsible for engaging and disengaging the power transmission.

It’s a vital part of an engine and is essentially there to connect two parts of the system that can’t make a car move unless they're connected. Clutches engage and disengage two rotating shafts which then allow your car to move.

Because they play this role within the engine system, they naturally wear down over time as the parts are in constant friction with each other.

How can you tell if your clutch needs repairing?

There are a huge variety of problems that can occur with a clutch and there are a number of symptoms that you should look out for which would point towards certain issues.

Slipping Clutch

  • Slipping is one of the most common clutch issues and can cause a drop in performance, as well as damage, if not diagnosed in time.
  • The things you need to watch out for are;
  • Your car struggles to move forward while moving at a low speed in a high gear.
  • Your car struggles to get up hills in a high gear
  • Your car struggles to accelerate or finds it difficult to tow a trailer
  • The problem with a slipping clutch is that it will only get worse as time goes on. Slippage increases the heat generated in between the two shafts and the hotter this area becomes the less able it is to maintain its grip, therefore increasing the slippage. The greater the slippage the greater the heat generated.
  • So it’s clear to see that this is an issue that will only get worse if left without attention.

Clutch Chatter

  • Chattering occurs when the clutch is being used and a grabbing or jerking can be felt in the vehicle.
  • This problem is caused by the following internal clutch issues;
  • A warped or grooved flywheel
  • Missing flywheel dowel pins
  • A worn piolet bearing/bushing
  • A worn bearing retainer
  • Worn or damaged clutch disc or input shaft splines
  • Bent or broken drive straps
  • A bent or distorted clutch disc
  • A loose clutch cover
  • Clutch linings becoming covered in oil grease or getting burned or glazed
  • Chatter can also be caused by other faults in the engine;
  • Loose/broken engine or transmission mounts
  • Misalignment of the chassis and drivetrain components
  • Worn or damaged U-joints/CV joints
  • A loose transmission cross member
  • A worn or bent release fork
  • A loose rear left spring brushing or spring U-bolt nuts

Clutch Noise

  • If you are hearing strange noises like growls or squeals, this can be another sign of a problem with a clutch, as vibrations within the part would cause such sounds.
  • If you hear any strange noises coming from your car, have it looked at immediately as a fault with your clutch could cause serious danger while you are driving.
  • Clutch repairs are one of the most common maintenance services carried out in the UK as the parts in the engine are used so frequently and due to their nature, wear down over time.

Finding a mechanic you can trust to do a good job and charge a fair price, is not always easy which is why we simplified the process.

We work with a network of over 17,708 mechanics and garages across the UK so we can find competitive clutch repair deals for you.

To find the best clutch service available in your region;

  1. Enter your car registration number
  2. Give us a few details about your car and your requirements
  3. We’ll send you a great selection of quotes from mechanics and garages in your area

You can then compare the quotes and read reviews from previous customers to find the best clutch deal in your area, before booking the clutch repair online.

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