Mototech Automotive

Your local mechanic, backed by Repco.

Clutch Services & Replacements

Mototech Automotive do clutch services, repairs and replacements for all major makes and models. Bring your vehicle into our workshop in Enoggera and we'll have you back on the road as soon as possible.

What is a clutch?

The clutch is one of the most important elements of your cars driving operation. Your engine is what causes your wheels to move, but what happens when your vehicle needs to stop? The engine shouldn't stop turning but the wheels need to. The clutch is what lets this happen.

The clutch allows the transfer of power from the engine to the wheels to be interrupted while a gear is being changed or while the car is stationary and the engine continues to run.

What is clutch fluid?

Some cars have hydraulic clutches - when you press the clutch pedal the clutch fluid moves the pressure from the pedal through to the clutch and disengages the power transmission. A leak in the clutch system can cause all kinds of problem in your vehicle so it is very important to monitor it regularly. At Mototech Automotive we check your clutch fluid, hydraulic system or clutch cables for you during our free 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report - which you can request as part of every car service.

If we discover a problem or leak in your clutch we will include this in our written report or let you know directly if we feel it needs immediate attention.

What signs to look for if your clutch is not performing?

You should have your clutch looked at if:

You notice a Burnt ‘toast' or ‘burning rubber' smell in your car, or smoke from under vehicle
Your Vehicle is slipping out of gear for no reason
There is jerky or sticky gear operation
Your clutch is not disengaging fully, or your clutch is sticking or shuddering

If your clutch is showing any of the problems above - it can mean any number of faults. Clutch problems are difficult to diagnose by symptoms alone because many issues cause the same symptoms, depending on the vehicle and type of engine.

Why choose us?

We repair and replace the clutches of many vehicle types every year so we have strong experience in this area
Our mechanics are fully qualified and receive ongoing training to keep up to date with the latest techniques
We are an independently owned local mechanic (NOT a franchise) so when you spend money with us your dollars stay in the local economy
For your peace of mind, our work and parts are backed by the Repco Nationwide Warranty

Our clutch services include;

Clutch repairs and services
Clutch replacements
Clutch plate and pressure plate
Flywheel repairs
Inspection and repairs of other clutch elements
Inspection and repairs of related parts in the engine and transmission

Important parts of your clutch;

Flywheel - stores rotational energy of the engine while the transmission is disengaged
Clutch plate/disk - presses against fly wheel
Pressure plate - pushed into the clutch plate
Throw-out bearing (aka clutch release bearing) - is pressed against the middle of the diaphragm spring to disengage the clutch
Release fork - presses throw-out bearing when clutch pedal is pressed
Diaphragm springs - push pressure plate against clutch disc when foot is off of clutch pedal
Pins (studs) - cause the diaphragm spring to pull the pressure plate away from the clutch disc when centre of spring is pushed in - this releases the clutch from the spinning engine

The best way to deal with clutch shuddering, slipping or noise is call us at Mototech Automotive. We can perform Clutch service and repairs on most makes and models right here in our Enoggera workshop.