Replacement of clutch (Ford Focus 2): practical recommendations, cost

The main units in any car are the engine and the box. They are closely interrelated. However, at the time of the gearshift, the two nodes must be disconnected. Therefore, in the design of any car with manual transmission, friction clutch is provided.

This mechanism transmits and smooths the torque forces that go to the box. Replacement of the clutch is a very complicated operation. However, it can be done on its own. Today we will tell you how the Ford-Focus-2 car replaces the clutch with one's own hands.

Node Features

On the "Focus" is a single-disk friction clutch with diaphragm spring. The unit is driven by a hydraulic actuator. The mechanism of adhesion consists of several elements:

• Releaser bearing.
• Slave drive.
• Fork.
• Working and master cylinder clutch.
• Basket.

The latter is located between the engine flywheel and the drive disc. The basket includes two friction plates connected by rivets. Also in the design there is a diaphragm spring. It provides a tight fit of the springs, has damping properties, that is, smoothes the torque forces. Thanks to this, the car speeds up smoothly and without jerking.

About the resource

When does the car need a clutch replacement? "Ford Focus-2" can take care of on one disk up to 150 thousand kilometers. However, it all depends on the manner of driving. If the driver prefers aggressive control with frequent slips, the resource of such a clutch will be less than 60 thousand km. Another point - the load of the car. If you are driving with a trailer, be prepared for a more frequent replacement of the clutch. By the way, with a breakdown, the entire basket is assembled.

Causes of malfunction

With time, cracks appear on the driven disc. The rivets are weakened, there are bad marks on the friction lining. Another reason is the damage to the gaskets and seals. As a result, the oil from the box falls on the basket. Clutch begins to slip, even with minimal loads.

The plug is practically not subject to wear, but the replacement of the master cylinder of the clutch (Ford Focus 2 is no exception) may be required after 100 thousand kilometers. The cause is a malfunction of the circuits. The pressure in the system may fall, because of which to squeeze the disk has to put more effort.

How to determine the breakdown?

Since the run-in between replacement intervals is high enough, you need to be able to detect a malfunction by ear. So, the main signs of failure of the clutch are:

• A strong slip at the start (without kikdauna).
• Incomplete switching on or off of the transmission.
• The appearance of unnecessary vibrations.
• Jerks when switching gears.
• Deaf knock when releasing the clutch pedal.

Also during operation, the release bearing is broken. Determining its malfunction is quite simple. From the podkapotnogo space will be heard a characteristic rumble in a neutral transmission. When the pedal is depressed, it will disappear.

Repair Price

It is worth noting that, in the event of a malfunction, all components must be replaced. This is the only way to guarantee long-term and trouble-free operation after repair. The cost of the new clutch unit for gasoline cars "Ford Focus 2" is from 6 thousand rubles. For diesel - a thousand rubles more. The most expensive to maintain are robotic DSG boxes. The cost of the clutch kit for them is 12 thousand rubles. You can install the node on a robotic box only in a specialized service. How much does it cost to replace the clutch? "Ford Focus 2" with DSG can be serviced for 8 thousand rubles. Single-disc same baskets can be replaced by yourself.

Preparation

To successfully replace the node, we need the following tools:

• Set of locks and heads.
• A jack or an inspection pit.
• Capacity for draining the oil from the gearbox.

In addition, we will need a new disc and clutch basket, as well as a clutch release bearing.

Getting Started

So, where does the replacement of the clutch begin? "Ford Focus-2" is placed on the observation pit or just a flat surface. Next, you need to open the hood and remove the battery. For convenience, we also remove the battery shelf and the air filter housing. After that, remove the clutch hydraulic pipe.

Now we pour the oil out of the gearbox into a pre-prepared container. Then unscrew the lower engine support. After that, we disassemble the ball joint and take out the wheel drives. At the next stage, unscrew the transmission mount and pull it out. Now move on to the clutch itself. It is fixed on six bolts. Next, take out the basket with the slave drive. Use a screwdriver to hold the flywheel from scrolling.

Installation

Now you can put a new release bearing, a disk and a clutch basket. Important point - when installing the basket, you should center it strictly on the flywheel pins. Otherwise, the node will not work correctly.
For convenience it is recommended to install the primary shaft of the check point (it is bought separately) and already on it to twist the knot. The shaft is removed and the transmission is installed. At this, the replacement of the clutch (Ford Focus 2) was successfully completed. It is possible to start full-fledged operation.

Replacement of the cylinder of coupling

"Ford Focus-2" may require the replacement of this element. First remove the battery and air filter. Next, pour out the old liquid with a syringe to the minimum mark. Take off the tube, which is fed to the clutch cylinder. From the fastening pull the hose (using a screwdriver fit the fixing bracket). Disconnecting the tubes, remove the clutch pedal. It is removed with a bracket. Then it remains only to unhook the cylinder from the pedal and change it. At the end of the work, it is necessary to remove air from the system. To do this, unscrew the special valve and press the pedal several times until a clean liquid comes out.

Conclusion

So, we found out how the clutch replacement is made on its own. "Ford Focus-2" - the car is quite simple in terms of technical devices. Therefore, with the replacement of the clutch (if this is not a robotic box), problems should not arise.