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Clutch Fluid

Critical For Operation

Transmission

Transfers hydraulic pressure from the clutch pedal to the clutch release mechanism.

In a manual transmission with a hydraulic clutch, clutch fluid carries the force from pressing the clutch pedal to the release bearing via the master and slave cylinders. It absorbs moisture over time similar to brake fluid, which can cause a spongy pedal or internal corrosion.

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Typical part cost
$10–$25🔒
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Typical labor cost
$30–$80🔒
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Typically lasts
30,000–60,000 mi
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Or about
2.0–4.0 years
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DIY difficulty
3/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Clutch Fluid is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Spongy or soft clutch pedal
Difficulty shifting gears
Clutch pedal sinks to the floor
Visible fluid leak near the pedal

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Add Clutch Fluid

No standard interval on file

Clutch Hydraulic System Bleed

No standard interval on file

Replace Clutch Fluid

No standard interval on file

Bleed Clutch Fluid

No standard interval on file

Flush Clutch Fluid

No standard interval on file