Approximately 37000km's in a 118tsi and similar km's in a polo GTI. I think they accidently put an extra 0 on the end if they say it is rated at 300 000.
I have searched this forum, including the dsg questions thread, but did not find any info on the dq200's clutch life.
What's the highest mileage anyone here has run without having to change their clutches? I have heard it is rated up to 300,000 km. Can anyone confirm this too?
Approximately 37000km's in a 118tsi and similar km's in a polo GTI. I think they accidently put an extra 0 on the end if they say it is rated at 300 000.
Lol. What was the reason for changing yours?
I'm on 53500 km so far so just wondering when I would have to change mine.
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Last edited by Transporter; 10-03-2014 at 08:30 AM.
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Once they have had the improved kit replaced, which was generally done in warranty period, then they really don't have any issue. Effectively you have two clutches and minus the user error, so you could assume they would last almost double the life of a normal clutch. With that approach, 200-300k km would be a good estimate. However remember, a tuned car will eat some of that up as will a fault in the system(ie. mechatronics).
...and also too many spirited drives will reduce the life. So basically how you use your car will determinate how long it will last.
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Volkswagen have been heard quoting 300,000km. Obviously driving style dramatically effects clutch life. Just don't worry about it as they are designed to outlast the engine (when they don't shudder ofcourse).
Secret VW stuff . Should be able to find it in technical product info if you look hard enough.
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