Top Mechanics For Clutch Replacement & Repairs in Hemel Hempstead
31 Reviews
Garage in Hemel Hempstead, 24 years of experience
My career started out at military school at Bearwood College for a number of years and I undertook my apprenticeship whilst I was here. I moved to work with the Evans Halhaw Group for around 15 years in tota...
MICK, Hemel Hempstead • 25th April 2017
Daewoo Matiz • Clutch replacement
231 Reviews
Garage serving Hemel Hempstead, 7 years of experience
Clutch,diagnostic,brakes,servicing,timing belt and chain,all mechanical jobs,mot’s
ALEX, HEMEL HEMPSTEAD • 6th September 2024
53 Reviews
Garage serving Hemel Hempstead, 30 years of experience
I started working on cars with my father (who is a elctro/mechanical engineer) at age 11. When I left school I did an apprenticeship with Ford and worked with Ford for six years. I then moved onto an indepen...
MICHELLE, Hemel Hempstead • 5th December 2023
Citroen DS3 • Clutch replacement
44 Reviews
Garage serving Hemel Hempstead, 10 years of experience
Mobile and garage-based mechanic covering the Hemel Hampstead area. Fully qualified with all the relevant diagnostics machines.we provided a pick up and drop off vehicle service whit our tow truck So if ...
EMMA, HEMEL HEMPSTEAD • 25th November 2023
Ford Focus • Clutch replacement
124 Reviews
Garage serving Hemel Hempstead, 12 years of experience
Vauxhall dealer 3 independent garages vw dealership vw 2years bmw and Mercedes 3
FLORIN, Hemel Hempstead • 25th September 2023
Toyota Verso • Clutch replacement
1181 Reviews
Garage serving Hemel Hempstead, 20 years of experience
Jon owns and operates SMS Autocare and has been running the business for over 15 years in the Slough area. Prior to setting up SMS Autocare Jon completed his apprenticeship and was then a mobile mechanic for...
PAUL, Hertfordshire • 25th March 2021
Ford Transit Connect • Clutch replacement
381 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Hemel Hempstead, 12 years of experience
I'm a fully qualified mechanic in a family ran business with the top of the range equipment and knowledge with over 12 years experience, I cover all makes and models over a 60 miles radius
DAVID, KINGS LANGLEY • 28th May 2023
Volkswagen Caddy Maxi • Clutch replacement
32 Reviews
Garage serving Hemel Hempstead, 10 years of experience
Fully qualified vehicle mechanic having previously worked at JLR and Ford dealerships as well as independent
50 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Hemel Hempstead, 35 years of experience
Abbey Auto Repair is a well established mobile mechanics that has built up an enviable reputation over the last 5 years. We pride ourselves on our commitment to provide a professional and speedy service a...
40 Reviews
Garage serving Hemel Hempstead, 27 years of experience
I have been in the trade for 27 years. I began at a car sales dealership servicing the fleet of cars there and after this I moved to Vauxhall for 5 years and reached the gold level technician level After Vau...
CHRIS, ST ALBANS • 19th July 2023
Peugeot 207 • Clutch replacement
27 Reviews
Garage serving Hemel Hempstead, 35 years of experience
At Compass-Twenty we understand that our clients expect a high level of service, quality and transparency and we set ourselves and our staff high expectations to meet each of our clients needs.
RICHARD, ST. ALBANS • 19th April 2024
Ford Grand C-MAX • Clutch replacement
340 Reviews
Garage serving Hemel Hempstead, 20 years of experience
We are a small family run business and understand how important it is for you to have a safe vehicle for you to travel to work, school and for personal reasons. We can come to you at home or work at a time ...
MARTIN, Watford • 12th May 2022
Fiat Idea • Clutch replacement
274 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Hemel Hempstead, 22 years of experience
I have over 22 years experience in the industry as well as 17 years in the main dealer. Essex Fleet Care uses fully qualified and certified technicians to ensure our workmanship remains the best quality as p...
GREGORY, ST ALBANS • 15th October 2020
Citroen DS3 • Clutch replacement
9 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Hemel Hempstead, 20 years of experience
I began my career in Turkey where I gained all of my qualifications and worked there in various garages gaining experience for 14 years. I moved to the UK in 2011 and subsequently set-up my own mobile mechan...
PAUL, St Albans • 20th April 2017
Fiat Stilo • Clutch replacement
118 Reviews
Garage serving Hemel Hempstead, 13 years of experience
I’m a friendly, experienced mobile mechanic offering a reliable service. With over 13 years previous experience working in established garages I can diagnose, repair & service most makes and models of car...
PAUL, ST ALBANS • 9th February 2023
Peugeot Boxer • Clutch replacement
Frequently asked questions about clutch replacement & repairs in Hemel Hempstead
Read our answers to questions about clutch replacement costs, symptoms and more.
What does a clutch replacement in Hemel Hempstead involve?
A lot of the process to change a clutch is vehicle specific, however there are a few standard steps. The mechanic will:
- Raise the vehicle
- Split the gearbox from the engine
- Remove the old clutch unit
- Fit a new clutch kit
- Put everything back together
- Road test the vehicle
How do you tell if your clutch is worn out?
If you drive a vehicle with a manual gearbox, at some point you will experience a clutch starting to wear, the same as you will with brake pads.
The friction material will start to wear thin and it will no longer provide sufficient contact with the flywheel and you will experience the clutch slipping, so here are some tell tale signs of this occurring;
- The engine speed will rise up rapidly, but you do not go any faster, especially up hill or under hard acceleration
- You notice an almost electrical sweet burning smell inside the car
Other symptoms though are prevalent
- You can engage a gear when the engine is off, but not when it is running
- The clutch pedal biting point (this is the point when you feel the vehicle moving from stationary for example) has become much higher up in the pedal travel
- You start to find it harder to move between gears and can often hear a crunch as you do so
How many hours does it take to replace a clutch?
On average, clutch replacement times can range from around 3 hours to over 7.5 hours with an average of around 4 hours. The time that the job takes will depend on a number of factors, like your vehicle's make and model, year, as well as other factors. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.
How do you know if you need a new clutch?
You can find out whether you need a new clutch by getting a professional diagnosis from a mechanic. If you're unsure whether it needs replacing book an inspection with a mechanic to check the component and get advice on whether a replacement is needed.
How much does it cost to fix a clutch cable in Hemel Hempstead?
Prices for a clutch cable replacement range from £70 to £130 with an average cost of £95. Ultimately, the cost of a clutch cable replacement depends on your car and what parts your car's manufacturer recommends using for the replacement.
Is a worn clutch an MOT failure?
No, a worn clutch will normally not lead to an MOT failure. As the MOT only checks for safety-critical components on a car, the condition of the transmission and clutch is not part of the MOT checks.
What happens when you change gears without engaging the clutch?
If you attempt to change gears without using the clutch, the gear teeth will grind together and damage the gearbox. Doing this repeatedly can end up damaging or even destroy the transmission.
Can Hemel Hempstead garages offer home collection and delivery for clutch replacement?
Yes, many garages in Hemel Hempstead are able to offer collection and delivery for a clutch replacement. With ClickMechanic collection & delivery is free if your vehicle is drivable. Once booked a mechanic will pick up the vehicle on the day and time of your choice, do the work, and return the vehicle at a time convenient to you. Simply enter your vehicle registration number and postcode to get an upfront price for a clutch replacement in Hemel Hempstead.
Can Hemel Hempstead mobile mechanics do clutch replacement at my home or office?
Typically no, Hemel Hempstead mobile mechanics cannot do a clutch replacement at your home or office, because the repair job can be complicated, may need many hours of work depending on the job and may need specialist equipment. However, mobile mechanics may be able to do a clutch inspection at your home or office and then drive the car to a garage if available to conduct a clutch replacement.
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Mechanics in and around Hemel Hempstead
- Chalk Hill Motors, Watford
- Christopher Sheward T/A CJS Motor Mechanics, Bushey
- Compass Twenty Ltd, Harpenden
- Gt Autos Hemel Ltd, Hemel Hempstead
- Happymototorcars, Amersham
- International Wheels Ltd, Chipperfield
- JTS Mobile Autos, Elstree
- Jamie Howard, Watford
- Jays Autos, Amersham
- Moisantrans Ltd T/A MST, Hemel Hampstead
- Motor Holdings LTD, Hemel Hempstead
- NSG AUTOS, Hertfordshire
- Northridge Cars Ltd, Hemel Hempstead
- Northwood Coachworks, Northwood
- Rossway Services, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
- SOMA Autos LTD, Chesham
- ST ALBANS TYRES LTD, London Colney
- SWH Automotive LTD, Luton