Clutch release bearing - 2.0 TDi A6

[Escort2dr]

When pressing the pedal down today I could hear some noise, which disappeared when the pedal was released. Am I right in thinking this could be the clutch release bearing? It has done 100K.

Just when I've had the sodding thing serviced, new wheels/tyres, and the glowplug issue seems not to be an issue anymore, now this.

Jeez.

[Tame Technician]

Could well be a release bearing.

I'd leave it until the clutch is worn.

[Escort2dr]

Pedal is towards the top of its travel but I've had A4s like that, that have done another 50K plus before selling them and still no issues.

It's just nagging me because I know it's there now

[Escort2dr]

Just out of interest, what would the rough cost be to do the bearing, compared to do the bearing and a new clutch kit? Is it worth replacing the DMF (assuming it has one) at the same time? The clutch doesn't currently slip and only judders VERY slightly first time in cold weather when first setting off (hardly noticeable, sometimes doesn't do it at all).

[Tame Technician]

Bearing is about £10. Clutch kit is about £100. Dual mass flywheel (yes is does) £500.

That judder from cold is normal, I personally wouldnt change a perfectly good flywheel when there is no reason. But I would have a good look at it while th box/clutch is out, and if I was paying for the labour consider replacement if there was any sign of wear. If i was doing the job on one of my cars, and not paying some one to take it in and out, I'd probably just pay £10 for the bearing and leave the rest for another day.


Labour for Gearbox remove and refit is abour 4.00hrs (some are 3.5 some are 5 depends what ELSA says)

Gearbox in/out 4.00hrs - £400
Bearing replace 0.1hrs - £10
Clutch replace 0.3hrs - £30
DMF replace 0.2hrs. - £20

Labour £560inc

[Escort2dr]

Well it seems to be getting louder, unless it is because I had forgotten what it sounded like (had stereo on all time when driving). There also seems to be a slight 'click' feeling when pressing the pedal sometimes.

Better bite the bullet and get it checked tomorrow.

[Escort2dr]

Got the car sorted yesterday - sadly the DMF needed doing as well - bill came to just short of a grand (ouch), and that was not at a main dealer after all. It has made quite a difference though, the clutch pedal seems very light and smooth to press and, though I might be imagining it, it seems to idle with less vibration than before.

Still reeling from the bill as I was hoping the DMF wouldn't need doing.