Alright, i just bought a used 2005 Scion XA.... just past the 102K mark i am thinking of replacing the clutch... is it hard? how long? i am pretty good with my hands but i have never done it before... what do i need to replace it? any tips?

thanks

 

I was just gonna post something similar. My wifes xa has a little over 100k on her and clutch is slipping. I helped a friend replace a clutch on his civic a few years ago; and feel pretty confident that I can do it with some help on her xa. I just wanted to know exactly what parts I need to order and from who do you guys recommend? I have seen many clutch kits, some with tob's and some without. I know on my tc they replaced the throw out with a toyota one because supposedly the aftermarkets are crappy. I dont want to do the job twice so any input with appreciated.

 

do you have a manual too? if you do, there is a kit at autozone that includes every recommended part you need to do a replacement all for $109.

 

also interested in this!

 

Autozone doesn't list a clutch kit for the xA. They list one for the Echo for $119. Does this kit fit the xA??

 

this is what came up on my Autozone. my car is already listed with them and it says it matched with my scion

http://www.autozone.com/autozone/par...48_52786_4121_

 

It's a 6-8 hour job for a mechanic. You have to remove the engine in order to get to the transmission. Here's some links:

Removing the transaxle

Post on Club xB

 

I just put an exedy stage 1 organic and its awesome took me and my cousin about 8 hours and we only dropped the tranny. Ive got a fujita cold air and jdm axle back and I can grab 2 gears rubber got it on ebay fot $300

 

If the clutch is slippinig or something, go ahead and replace it. If you are just worried because of the mileage, don't be alarmed. I'm at 287,000+ with the original clutch.

 

WOW! I still have a hundred thousand miles t o until I hit that mark!
Glad to know the original is holding up well for you.

 

Hmmm. I am thinking of replacing my clutch due to mileage at 191K. I think it's about 2/3 highway miles.

I am curious - what have you replaced on your XA at 287K?

 

Still on original clutch at 290,000. So far, I've replaced the alternator (255,000) starter (270,000), water pump (195,000) and a wheel bearing (210,000). Pretty durable little car.