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Type :
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Clutch kit
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Specification :
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Pulley :
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18T
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Brand :
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NUOJIN
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Number :
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826360
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Quality :
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new
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Delivery time :
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30 days
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The installation of clutch kits for Citroën and Peugeot models (e.g., Elysee, 308, 408, C3-XR, etc.) must follow standardized procedures, while paying attention to details based on the matching characteristics of the vehicle's engine and gearbox (such as 1.6L naturally aspirated and 1.2T turbocharged engines) to ensure the normal operation of the clutch system after installation. The following are the general installation steps and key points:
Necessary tools: Socket wrench (8-19mm), torque wrench (5-200N·m), clutch centering tool (special or universal type), crowbar, support jack, gearbox bracket, universal joint removal tool (for some models).
Accessory inspection: The clutch kit (pressure plate, clutch disc, release bearing, pilot bearing/bushing) must match the vehicle's OE number (e.g., common OE numbers for Peugeot and Citroën: 2052.Q0, 2150.E1, etc.); prepare gearbox oil, thread locker, and lubricating grease (high-temperature lithium-based grease).
Park the vehicle on a flat surface, apply the handbrake and place wheel chocks; lift the vehicle with a jack and position it on safety stands (support points on the vehicle's chassis longitudinal beams).
Remove the front wheels (required for some models) and engine underguard; drain the gearbox oil (unscrew the drain bolt to collect oil, replace with new oil during installation).
Disconnect the negative battery terminal; remove the wiring harness connectors on the gearbox (e.g., reversing radar, vehicle speed sensor), shift cable/linkage, and clutch slave/master cylinder oil pipe (seal the oil pipe to prevent oil leakage).
Remove the engine-gearbox connecting bolts (usually 10-12 bolts), support the gearbox with a gearbox bracket, and slowly separate the gearbox from the engine (take care to avoid hitting the flywheel and crankshaft).
Take out the release bearing (integrated with the release fork on some models); mark the assembly position of the pressure plate and flywheel (to prevent installation misalignment), loosen the pressure plate fixing bolts evenly diagonally, and remove the pressure plate and clutch disc.
Inspect and replace the crankshaft pilot bearing/bushing (press out the old part with a special tool, press in the new part and apply lubricating grease); clean the flywheel surface (remove rust and oil stains, check flywheel flatness, grind or replace if wear exceeds limits).
Clean the flywheel surface to ensure no oil stains or impurities; apply a small amount of high-temperature lubricating grease to the clutch disc splines (avoid excess to prevent slipping).
Pass a clutch centering tool through the clutch disc splines to accurately position the clutch disc at the center of the flywheel (Citroën/Peugeot clutch discs have a direction mark: "FLYWHEEL SIDE" faces the flywheel; reversed installation will cause incomplete clutch disengagement).
Align the pressure plate with the marks on the flywheel (align bolt holes evenly if no marks), and fit the fixing bolts (first screw in all bolts by hand).
Tighten the pressure plate bolts evenly diagonally with a torque wrench (standard torque: 18-22N·m, refer to the vehicle maintenance manual for details), tightening in 2-3 stages (first to 50% torque, then to the standard value) to avoid pressure plate deformation.
Remove the centering tool and check the evenness of the gap between the clutch disc and pressure plate.
Apply high-temperature lubricating grease to the inner ring of the release bearing and install it on the release fork (snap into the release fork slot on some models); check if the release fork return spring is intact and replace if necessary.
For models with hydraulic release bearings (e.g., Peugeot 308 1.2T), ensure the oil pipe joint seal is intact and bleed air from the hydraulic system after installation.
Adjust the angle with a gearbox bracket, slowly push the gearbox into the engine block, ensuring the input shaft is smoothly inserted into the clutch disc splines (avoid forced insertion to prevent clutch disc misalignment).
Align the engine-gearbox connecting bolt holes, screw in the bolts in sequence, and fasten to the standard torque (engine-gearbox connecting bolt torque: 45-55N·m).
Install the shift cable/linkage (adjust shift travel to ensure clear gear engagement), clutch slave/master cylinder oil pipe, and bleed air from the hydraulic system (press the clutch pedal several times until the pedal feels firm).
Install the wiring harness connectors, engine underguard, and front wheels; add gearbox oil that meets specifications (75W-80 GL-4 is recommended for Citroën/Peugeot manual gearboxes).
Start the engine, test the clutch pedal travel (free travel: 10-15mm), and check for abnormal noise or slipping.
Engage all gears to test shift smoothness; during road testing, check if the clutch engagement point is clear with no jitter or incomplete disengagement.
Combined with the characteristics of the clutch system of Citroën and Peugeot models (including 1.6L naturally aspirated and 1.2T turbocharged engines), the following details must be focused on during installation to avoid clutch failure, abnormal noise or shortened service life caused by assembly errors:
For 1.2T turbocharged models, a special clutch kit adapted to high torque must be selected (the original factory recommends LUK/VALEO matched parts with OE numbers such as 2052.Q0, 2150.E1). Mixing clutch discs for naturally aspirated models is prohibited (insufficient torque bearing capacity will easily cause slipping and burning).
The pilot bearing/bushing must match the crankshaft bore diameter (the common specification for Peugeot 308/408 is φ20×φ35×30mm). Check the smoothness of the bearing rotation before installation, and replace it if damaged.
The flywheel, friction surface of the clutch disc, and working surface of the pressure plate must be thoroughly cleaned with a special cleaning agent to remove anti-rust oil, fingerprints or impurities (oil stains will cause clutch slipping, and even a small amount will affect the friction coefficient).
Assembly tools and gloves must be kept clean, and direct contact with the friction surface by hand is prohibited (skin oil will remain and cause slipping).
Citroën/Peugeot clutch discs are all marked with direction: the side marked "FLYWHEEL SIDE" must face the flywheel, and the "TRANSMISSION SIDE" faces the gearbox input shaft.
Reversed installation will lead to incomplete clutch disengagement, difficulty in shifting gears, and even damage to the input shaft splines (the input shaft splines of 1.2T models are relatively thin and prone to abnormal wear due to stress).
During installation, a special clutch centering tool is required to fix the center of the clutch disc to ensure the splines are coaxial with the crankshaft pilot bearing and gearbox input shaft (without a centering tool, the clutch disc is prone to offset, resulting in uneven separation points and jitter).
After centering, gently shake the clutch disc to confirm there is no looseness before installing the pressure plate bolts.
References：
The two texts you previously received—"Installation Method of Citroën/Peugeot Clutch Kit" and "Core Precautions for Installation"—are original technical summaries compiled by me based on PSA (Peugeot/Citroën) vehicle service manuals, industry-standard procedures, and common fault cases. They are not directly excerpted from any single public article or official document.
Core Basis: Clutch disassembly/assembly specifications, torque parameters, and direction marking requirements from PSA’s original factory service manuals (e.g., Peugeot Service Box, Citroën Service Box); integrated with installation guidelines and after-sales experience from supporting manufacturers such as LUK and VALEO.
Content Features: Official procedures are simplified into actionable steps, supplemented with model-specific key points (e.g., 1.2T turbocharged engines, hydraulic release bearings) and common pitfalls for Citroën/Peugeot vehicles, making it suitable for maintenance personnel and DIY users.
No Public Links: These two texts have not been published on any public websites, forums, or documents, and are custom technical collations.
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