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Clutch Alignment Tool - CAT197

Clutch Alignment Tool - CAT197

SKU CAT197
$15.80 - $15.80
$15.80
$15.80 - $15.80
$15.80
+ GST

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Features & Benefits

Using a clutch alignment tool ensures proper alignment, preventing errors during installation and ensuring a smooth, secure clutch engagement.
Installing a new clutch can be a frustrating task, especially when dealing with the weight of a transmission beneath your car. The last thing you want is to redo the work because the clutch plate slipped out of alignment and won’t engage with the input shaft. To avoid this, use a clutch alignment tool. These simple tools, usually made of injection-molded plastic or nylon, are designed to ensure proper alignment and come in different sizes to match your transmission. The key is knowing the spline count on the input shaft—if the splines don’t align, the tool won’t work. Never try to use a tool that doesn’t fully engage the splines. If the tool doesn’t fit the pilot bearing or bushing correctly, it’s the wrong size, and you’ll need to find the right one. To use the tool, insert it into the clutch plate, making sure the clutch is facing the right direction and the tool passes through the splines. Place the clutch onto the flywheel and engage the alignment tool into the pilot bearing or bushing at the center of the crankshaft. Tighten the clutch against the flywheel, ensuring the tool stays securely in place. After installing the pressure plate, check that the tool remains properly seated. Once everything is tightened to spec, the alignment tool stays in the clutch until you’re ready to install the transmission. Always use the correct tool for your specific setup, as each application requires a different one.
Audi A1
2011-2015, 8X1, 8XK, Hatchback, 1.6 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.6L, 4Cyl, CAYB, 66kW

Audi A3
1998-2003, 8L1, Hatchback, 1.8 T, FWD, Petrol, 1.8L, 4Cyl, AGU, AQA, ARZ, AUM, 110kW

Audi A3
1998-2003, 8L1, Hatchback, 1.8 T, FWD, Petrol, 1.8L, 4Cyl, AJQ, APP, ARY, AUQ, 132kW

Audi A3
2003-2008, 8P1, Hatchback, 2.0 FSI, FWD, Petrol, 2L, 4Cyl, BLR, AXW, BVY, BVZ, BLX, BLY, BMB, 110kW

Audi A3
2009-2013, 8PA, Sportback Hatchback, 1.6 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.6L, 4Cyl, CAYC, 77kW

Audi A4
1995-2000, B5, 8D2, Sedan, 1.8 quattro, AWD, Petrol, 1.8L, 4Cyl, ARG, ADR, APT, 92kW

Audi A4
1995-2000, B5, 8D2, Sedan, 1.8, FWD, Petrol, 1.8L, 4Cyl, ARG, ADR, AVV, APT, 92kW

Audi A4
1995-2000, B5, 8D2, Sedan, 2.6 quattro, AWD, Petrol, 2.6L, 6Cyl, ABC, 110kW

Audi A4
1995-2000, B5, 8D2, Sedan, 2.6, FWD, Petrol, 2.6L, 6Cyl, ABC, 110kW

Audi A4
1996-2001, B5, 8D5, Avant Wagon, 1.8, FWD, Petrol, 1.8L, 4Cyl, ARG, ADR, AVV, APT, 92kW

Audi A4
1996-2001, B5, 8D5, Avant Wagon, 2.6 quattro, AWD, Petrol, 2.6L, 6Cyl, ABC, 110kW

Audi Tt
1998-2006, 8N3, Coupe, 1.8 T, FWD, Petrol, 1.8L, 4Cyl, AJQ, APP, AUQ, AWP, ATC, 132kW

Audi Tt
1999-2006, 8N9, Roadster Convertible, 1.8 T, FWD, Petrol, 1.8L, 4Cyl, AJQ, APP, AUQ, ATC, 132kW

Audi Tt
2002-2006, 8N3, Coupe, 1.8 T, FWD, Petrol, 1.8L, 4Cyl, AUM, 110kW

Skoda Octavia
1997-2010, 1U2, Hatchback, 1.8 T, FWD, Petrol, 1.8L, 4Cyl, AGU, ARX, AUM, ARZ, 110kW

Skoda Octavia
1998-2010, 1U5, Combi Wagon, 1.8 T, FWD, Petrol, 1.8L, 4Cyl, AGU, ARX, AUM, ARZ, 110kW

Skoda Octavia
2001-2006, 1U2, Hatchback, RS 1.8 T, FWD, Petrol, 1.8L, 4Cyl, AUQ, 132kW

Skoda Octavia
2002-2006, 1U5, Combi Wagon, RS 1.8 T, FWD, Petrol, 1.8L, 4Cyl, AUQ, 132kW

Skoda Octavia
2004-2010, 1Z5, Combi Wagon, 1.9 TDI 4x4, AWD, Diesel, 1.9L, 4Cyl, BXE, BLS, BKC, 77kW

Skoda Octavia
2004-2011, 1Z5, Combi Wagon, 1.9 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.9L, 4Cyl, BXE, BLS, BKC, BJB, 77kW

Skoda Octavia
2008-2011, 1Z3, Hatchback, 1.9 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.9L, 4Cyl, BXE, BLS, BKC, BJB, 77kW

Vw Golf
1997-2004, MKIV, 1J1, Hatchback, 1.9 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.9L, 4Cyl, AHF, ASV, 81kW

Vw Golf
1999-2004, MKIV, 1J1, Hatchback, 1.8 T, FWD, Petrol, 1.8L, 4Cyl, AGU, ARZ, AWD, AQA, AUM, 110kW

Vw Golf
2004-2008, MKV, 1K1, Hatchback, 1.9 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.9L, 4Cyl, BLS, BKC, BXE, 77kW

Vw Golf
2009-2012, MKVI, 5K1, Hatchback, 1.6 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.6L, 4Cyl, CAYC, 77kW

Vw Golf
2009-2013, MKVI, AJ5, Variant Wagon, 1.6 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.6L, 4Cyl, CAYC, 77kW

Vw Jetta
2005-2010, 1K2, Sedan, 1.9 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.9L, 4Cyl, BLS, BKC, BXE, 77kW

Vw Jetta
2009-2010, 1K2, Sedan, 1.6 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.6L, 4Cyl, CAYC, 77kW

Vw Jetta
2010-2015, 162, 163, AV3, AV2, Sedan, 1.6 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.6L, 4Cyl, CAYC, 77kW

Vw Lt 28-46
1999-2006, 2DA, 2DD, 2DH, Van, 2.5 TDI, RWD, Diesel, 2.5L, 5Cyl, ANJ, AVR, 80kW

Vw Lt 28-46
1999-2006, 2DC, 2DF, 2DG, 2DL, 2DM, Platform/Chassis, 2.5 TDI, RWD, Diesel, 2.5L, 5Cyl, ANJ, AVR, 80kW

Vw New Beetle
2002-2010, 9C1, 1C1, Hatchback, 1.8 T, FWD, Petrol, 1.8L, 4Cyl, AVC, AWU, 110kW

Vw New Beetle
2005-2010, 9C1, 1C1, Hatchback, 1.9 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.9L, 4Cyl, BSW, 77kW

Vw Polo
2001-2009, 9N_, 9A_, Hatchback, 1.9 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.9L, 4Cyl, ATD, AXR, BMT, 74kW

Vw Polo
2005-2009, 9N_, 9A_, Hatchback, 1.8 GTI, FWD, Petrol, 1.8L, 4Cyl, BJX, 110kW

Vw Polo
2009-2014, 6R1, 6C1, 601, 603, Hatchback, 1.6 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.6L, 4Cyl, CAYB, 66kW

Vw Touran
2003-2010, 1T1, 1T2, MPV, 1.9 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.9L, 4Cyl, BLS, BKC, BXE, 77kW

Vw Transporter
1995-2003, 70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ, Bus, 2.5 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 2.5L, 5Cyl, AYC, ACV, AUF, 75kW

Vw Transporter
1995-2003, 70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL, 7DM, Platform/Chassis, 2.5 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 2.5L, 5Cyl, AYC, ACV, AUF, 75kW

Vw Transporter
1996-2003, 70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ, Bus, 2.5 TDI Syncro, AWD, Diesel, 2.5L, 5Cyl, ACV, AXL, 75kW

Vw Transporter
1998-2003, 70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL, 7DM, Platform/Chassis, 2.5 TDI Syncro, AWD, Diesel, 2.5L, 5Cyl, ACV, AXL, 75kW

Vw Transporter
2003-2009, 7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, Bus, 1.9 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.9L, 4Cyl, AXB, 77kW

Vw Transporter
2003-2009, 7JD, 7JE, 7JL, 7JY, 7JZ, 7FD, 7FE, 7FL, 7FY, 7FZ, Platform/Chassis, 1.9 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.9L, 4Cyl, AXB, 77kW

Vw Transporter
2006-2009, 7JD, 7JE, 7JL, 7JY, 7JZ, 7FD, 7FE, 7FL, 7FY, 7FZ, Platform/Chassis, 1.9 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.9L, 4Cyl, BRS, 75kW

Vw Transporter / Kombi
1995-2003, 70A, 70H, 7DA, 7DH, 70J, Van, 2.5 TDI Syncro, AWD, Diesel, 2.5L, 5Cyl, ACV, AXL, 75kW

Vw Transporter / Kombi
1995-2003, 70A, 70H, 7DA, 7DH, 70J, Van, 2.5 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 2.5L, 5Cyl, AYC, ACV, AUF, 75kW

Vw Transporter / Kombi
2003-2009, 7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH, Van, 1.9 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.9L, 4Cyl, AXB, 77kW

Vw Transporter / Kombi
2003-2009, 7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH, Van, 1.9 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.9L, 4Cyl, AXC, 63kW

Vw Transporter / Kombi
2006-2009, 7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH, Van, 1.9 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.9L, 4Cyl, BRR, 62kW

Vw Transporter / Kombi
2006-2009, 7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH, Van, 1.9 TDI, FWD, Diesel, 1.9L, 4Cyl, BRS, 75kW

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