Clutch replacement

2010 SUBARU FORESTER
127,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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BHAMDOC1973
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The fork is broken i am sure as it's very loose on the inside. I need to remove the transmission to change the clutch. any instructions would be great.
Jun 9, 2022 at 8:29 AM
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Hello,

See below, I have attached the transmission removal and installation process as well as clutch and fork replacement procedures.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/transmission-replacement-removal-manual
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-clutch

Let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
Jun 9, 2022 at 8:56 AM
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Do you know what they mean by this: about the retainer if worn replace with this clutch set which includes an oversized one or the chat about kit contains bearing retainer repair sleeve. All i know is the fork, pilot bearing, throw out bearing, clutch plates when it comes to a clutch.
Jun 10, 2022 at 6:15 AM
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Not sure what they mean by the retainer. It could be the clutch fork retainer clip. Usually that comes with new component.
Jun 10, 2022 at 10:03 AM
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Just got it out, jeez, never seen a broken bearing stuck in the pressure plate like this before. Is there a rear seal behind the flywheel that i can change?
Jun 12, 2022 at 4:01 PM
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Can you find out if this car has a clutch release bearing clip (which i don't know what it does) or just a clutch spring?
Jun 12, 2022 at 4:15 PM
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See attached. It shows the exploded view of the clutch.
Jun 12, 2022 at 10:46 PM
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Do you think this will affect anything? There was rubbing on the shaft not sure if it is supposed to have that groove, but most of the shavings came from the bearing itself.
Jun 14, 2022 at 8:41 AM
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This could be an issue, might create unnecessary movement or wiggle room. Which can create other problems.
Jun 14, 2022 at 3:33 PM
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Dang.
Jun 14, 2022 at 3:54 PM
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Have you tried to slide on the bearing and see if it has any free play?
Jun 14, 2022 at 8:34 PM
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Still waiting on new parts.
Jun 14, 2022 at 8:37 PM
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Got it. Let me know how it goes.
Jun 15, 2022 at 6:14 AM
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BHAMDOC1973
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Can you find out if the front case/housing can be replaced? Trying to find a part number.
Jun 15, 2022 at 6:42 PM
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Unfortunately, our catalog does not provide a part number for just the case. Which could mean that it may or may not be available by itself.
One thing you can try is to call your local dealer and provide them with the VIN, they will be able to provide you with a part number if is indeed available by itself.
Jun 15, 2022 at 8:09 PM
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BHAMDOC1973
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Got another transmission for it. Here is what the bearing did:
Jun 22, 2022 at 1:55 PM
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Wow, the pressure plate is done as well.
Jun 22, 2022 at 2:49 PM
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BHAMDOC1973
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Yes, i got a transmission and a whole kit, car has decent miles and new tires and needs nothing else, so it's worth it.
Jun 22, 2022 at 2:58 PM
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Yes, these are good vehicles. Let me know how it turns out.
Jun 22, 2022 at 3:19 PM
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Well, it's nothing but trouble, put the transmission and clutch in, all good for a bit drive it around the dead-end road by my home all good, next day went to do the same thing and then i lost everything, you can put the gear in all gears but i get nothing like it's in neutral, release foot of clutch and nothing happens or changes. I looked at the fork and it was in place. Pressing the clutch moves the slave cylinder pin and pushes on fork.
Jul 16, 2022 at 5:17 PM
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So, if it just lost selection of any gears, I wonder if there is something that broke internally.
Did it make any noise before failing?
Jul 17, 2022 at 8:27 PM
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Not sure, my son just drove it around the driveway, very strange.
Jul 17, 2022 at 8:30 PM
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From what you are saying it sounds like something just came apart inside and that's why it is not allowing selecting of any gear.
Jul 17, 2022 at 8:36 PM