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SBC Clutch Kit for 2002-2005 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles
Sku: SD1-2678R-12
MPN: K70287-HD-DMF
Elevate your driving experience with the South Bend Clutch Kit, expertly engineered for 2000-2006 Audi TT 1.8L GAS and compatible with various European models. This high-quality clutch kit is tailored to meet the unique demands of your vehicle, offering enhanced performance and reliability. Featuring superior materials like organic, ceramic, and Kevlar, our kits are available in multiple stages to suit any driving style, from daily commuting to extreme performance. Each kit includes a high-performance pressure plate, clutch disc, throw-out bearing, and alignment tool for a complete installation. Designed for durability, smoother gear shifts, and improved torque capacity, it's the perfect upgrade for enthusiasts and daily drivers alike. Trust South Bend Clutch for unmatched quality and support.
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South Bend Clutch is a renowned name in the automotive industry, recognized for its high-quality clutch systems and components. Our dedication to innovation, performance, and durability makes us a preferred choice for vehicle owners and enthusiasts around the globe. The SBC Clutch Kit for 2000-2006 Audi TT 1.8L GAS – Fits Other Vehicles is a prime example of our commitment to providing top-tier automotive solutions.
This clutch kit is designed and engineered to enhance the driving experience of your vehicle, offering a perfect blend of reliability and performance. Whether you own an Audi TT, Seat Leon, Toledo, Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, or Jetta, this clutch kit is tailored to fit a range of models, ensuring a precise and snug fit for your specific vehicle.
Why Choose South Bend Clutch Kit?
Our clutch kits are not a one-size-fits-all solution. They are meticulously crafted to meet the unique demands of your vehicle, providing a significant upgrade over the OEM clutch system. Here are several reasons why our clutch kit stands out:
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Superior Quality Materials: We use only the highest grade materials in our clutch kits, ensuring they can withstand the rigors of daily driving and high-performance applications. Our choice of organic, ceramic, and Kevlar friction materials is based on extensive research and development, aiming to deliver exceptional durability and performance.
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Engineered for Performance: Each component in our clutch kit is designed to work in harmony, providing improved engagement, higher torque capacity, and smoother gear transitions. Whether you are navigating city streets or pushing your vehicle on the track, our clutch kit enhances your driving experience with its superior performance characteristics.
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Customization Options: Understanding that every driver has unique needs, we offer our clutch kits in various stages and materials. From daily driving to extreme performance applications, you can choose the perfect clutch setup tailored to your specific driving style and vehicle requirements.
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Comprehensive Kit: Our clutch kits come with everything you need for a complete and hassle-free installation. This includes a high-performance pressure plate, clutch disc, throw-out bearing, and alignment tool. Some kits also feature modified pressure plates for even greater performance enhancements.
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Technical Support: At South Bend Clutch, we stand behind our products with unmatched customer support. Our team of experts is always ready to assist with any installation questions or performance advice, ensuring you get the most out of your new clutch system.
Product Features:
- Designed to fit a wide range of vehicles, including 2000-2006 Audi TT 1.8L GAS and other European models.
- Available in various friction materials such as organic, ceramic, and Kevlar, catering to different driving demands and performance levels.
- Offers multiple stages, from Stage 1 for daily driving to Stage 4 for extreme performance applications, allowing for customization based on individual needs.
- Includes essential components for installation, such as the throw-out bearing and alignment tool, facilitating a smooth and efficient setup process.
- Engineered for enhanced durability, smoother gear shifts, and improved torque capacity, elevating the overall driving experience.
Compatibility:
The versatility of our clutch kit extends to a broad spectrum of vehicles, offering an unparalleled fit for models equipped with manual transmissions. It is compatible with vehicles that have an AWD or FWD drivetrain and is designed to work seamlessly with both 02M and 02J transmission types. Furthermore, our clutch kits are crafted to accommodate both dual mass and solid mass OEM flywheel types, ensuring a comprehensive solution for your vehicle’s clutch system needs.
Installation:
While our clutch kits are designed for straightforward installation, we always recommend professional installation to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Our kits come with a detailed installation guide, and our technical support team is available to assist with any inquiries during the installation process. This approach ensures that your vehicle benefits from the enhanced performance and reliability that South Bend Clutch kits are known for.
At South Bend Clutch, we are committed to delivering products that exceed the expectations of our customers. Our clutch kits are a testament to our dedication to quality, performance, and customer satisfaction. Whether you are an automotive enthusiast seeking enhanced performance or a daily driver in need of a reliable clutch solution, our clutch kit for the 2000-2006 Audi TT 1.8L GAS – Fits Other Vehicles is designed to meet and surpass your needs. Trust South Bend Clutch for all your clutch system requirements and experience the difference in performance and durability.
Organic Friction Material
Organic clutch material is a top choice for drivers seeking smooth, reliable performance for everyday use. Made from a blend of woven organic fibers and resin compounds, it offers excellent friction stability, making it ideal for street driving where comfort and longevity are priorities. Its consistent engagement and reduced noise make it particularly suited for daily drivers, light towing, and moderate performance applications where clutch feel matters.
Designed to handle moderate torque loads, organic clutch discs excel in standard driving conditions but may wear faster under extreme stress compared to performance-based materials. However, they remain a cost-effective and dependable option for drivers who prioritize comfort and balanced performance over extreme power handling.
Organic clutch material is a top choice for drivers seeking smooth, reliable performance for everyday use. Made from a blend of woven organic fibers and resin compounds, it offers excellent friction stability, making it ideal for street driving where comfort and longevity are priorities. Its consistent engagement and reduced noise make it particularly suited for daily drivers, light towing, and moderate performance applications where clutch feel matters.
Designed to handle moderate torque loads, organic clutch discs excel in standard driving conditions but may wear faster under extreme stress compared to performance-based materials. However, they remain a cost-effective and dependable option for drivers who prioritize comfort and balanced performance over extreme power handling.
Solid Hub Style
A solid hub clutch design is engineered for maximum durability and torque transfer, making it ideal for high-performance and heavy-duty applications. This style features a rigid hub without any internal damping springs, providing a direct connection between the engine and transmission. The solid hub excels in delivering instant power transfer, making it perfect for racing, track use, and extreme towing where immediate clutch engagement is crucial.
Due to its lack of shock absorption, solid hub clutches can produce a harsher engagement feel and increased drivetrain noise compared to sprung hub alternatives. However, their simplicity and robustness make them a top choice for drivers demanding maximum performance in controlled environments where comfort is less critical.
A solid hub clutch design is engineered for maximum durability and torque transfer, making it ideal for high-performance and heavy-duty applications. This style features a rigid hub without any internal damping springs, providing a direct connection between the engine and transmission. The solid hub excels in delivering instant power transfer, making it perfect for racing, track use, and extreme towing where immediate clutch engagement is crucial.
Due to its lack of shock absorption, solid hub clutches can produce a harsher engagement feel and increased drivetrain noise compared to sprung hub alternatives. However, their simplicity and robustness make them a top choice for drivers demanding maximum performance in controlled environments where comfort is less critical.
Full Face Disc Style
The full face clutch disc is designed for smooth engagement, even wear, and maximum surface contact with the pressure plate and flywheel. Covering the entire friction surface, this design provides excellent power transfer, making it ideal for daily drivers, light towing, and vehicles where comfort and longevity are top priorities. The increased surface area allows for better heat distribution, reducing the risk of premature wear.
Full face discs excel in standard and moderate performance applications, offering a balanced blend of drivability and durability. However, they may lack the aggressive grip required for extreme power handling compared to paddle-style discs, making them better suited for stock to lightly modified vehicles.
The full face clutch disc is designed for smooth engagement, even wear, and maximum surface contact with the pressure plate and flywheel. Covering the entire friction surface, this design provides excellent power transfer, making it ideal for daily drivers, light towing, and vehicles where comfort and longevity are top priorities. The increased surface area allows for better heat distribution, reducing the risk of premature wear.
Full face discs excel in standard and moderate performance applications, offering a balanced blend of drivability and durability. However, they may lack the aggressive grip required for extreme power handling compared to paddle-style discs, making them better suited for stock to lightly modified vehicles.
Single Disc
A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.
While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.
A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.
While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.
Stage 1 Clutch
A Stage 1 clutch is designed for drivers seeking a slight performance upgrade over a stock clutch while maintaining smooth engagement and drivability. Ideal for daily drivers and mild performance enhancements, it offers increased clamping force and better heat resistance compared to factory clutches. This makes it suitable for vehicles with minor bolt-on modifications, such as intake or exhaust upgrades.
While Stage 1 clutches provide improved durability and power handling, they maintain a comfortable pedal feel and minimal noise, making them a perfect choice for street driving with light towing or occasional spirited driving. They balance performance with everyday usability.
A Stage 1 clutch is designed for drivers seeking a slight performance upgrade over a stock clutch while maintaining smooth engagement and drivability. Ideal for daily drivers and mild performance enhancements, it offers increased clamping force and better heat resistance compared to factory clutches. This makes it suitable for vehicles with minor bolt-on modifications, such as intake or exhaust upgrades.
While Stage 1 clutches provide improved durability and power handling, they maintain a comfortable pedal feel and minimal noise, making them a perfect choice for street driving with light towing or occasional spirited driving. They balance performance with everyday usability.
Warranty Coverage
South Bend Clutch, Inc. warrants that our clutches are free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and service. Our warranty provides coverage for 12 months or 12,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the date of installation.
The obligation of South Bend Clutch, Inc. under this warranty is limited to repair, replacement, or credit at our discretion for any product found to be defective. We will not be liable for losses, damages, or injury to persons or property resulting from misuse or improper installation of any part subject to this warranty.
*** WE DO NOT COVER LABOR, NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE ***
Warranty Registration
To activate your warranty coverage, you must register your clutch through our online Warranty Hub within 30 days of purchase.
What You'll Need to Register:
- Proof of purchase (receipt or invoice showing purchase date and price paid)
- Vehicle information (year, make, model, VIN)
- Current odometer reading at time of installation
- Installer information (shop name, address, phone number)
- Part number of your South Bend Clutch product
Click here to Register Your Warranty
After registration, you'll receive a confirmation email with your warranty certificate number. You can check your warranty status anytime at warranty.southbendclutch.com/lookup.
Filing a Warranty Claim
If you experience an issue with your clutch during the warranty period, you can submit a claim through our Warranty Hub.
Claim Submission Requirements:
- Your warranty certificate number or the email used during registration
- Current odometer reading
- Description of the issue you're experiencing
- Photos of the affected parts (pressure plate, disc, flywheel)
- Photos showing the condition of related components
Our warranty team will review your claim and may request additional information or photos. South Bend Clutch, Inc. reserves the right to examine all parts returned for warranty claims to determine whether the failure was due to a defect in material or workmanship.
Warranty Conditions
The Limited Warranty will NOT be valid under the following conditions:
- The product is NOT registered within thirty (30) days of purchase
- The product was purchased below our MAP price (see Pricing Policy below)
- The clutch was not installed by a certified or professional mechanic
- The flywheel was not replaced with new or properly resurfaced to specification
- The clutch has been altered, improperly installed, or damaged by accident, negligence, or misuse
- The transmission has failed or shows excessive wear
- The product is used for high performance and/or racing purposes for which it was not originally engineered
WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE – Coverage applies only to the original purchaser and vehicle.
Pricing Policy
We encourage you to shop around when buying our parts, but we do not allow discounts or price matching below our MAP prices (3% below our published retail price).
Important: Purchases made below MAP price are not eligible for warranty coverage. Your proof of purchase must show a qualifying purchase price.
Return Policy
No returned product for warranty, repair, or replacement will be accepted without a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.
To Obtain an RMA:
- If you purchased from an authorized dealer, contact them first to initiate the return process
- If you purchased directly from South Bend Clutch, call our warranty department at 1-800-988-4345
Once your claim is approved, you will receive an RMA number with shipping instructions for returning the defective parts.
Questions?
For warranty inquiries, contact our warranty department at warranty@southbendclutch.com or call 1-800-988-4345.
| Vehicle | Fuel Type | Manual Prevalence | Drivetrain | Transmission Type Used | OEM Flywheel Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002-2004 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8L | Gas |  | 2WD | 02J | Solid Mass |
| 2002-2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L | Gas | | 2WD | 02J | Solid Mass |
| 2003-2005 Volkswagen Golf 2.8L | Gas | | 2WD | 02J | Solid Mass |
| 2003-2004 Volkswagen Jetta 2.8L | Gas | | 2WD | 02J | Solid Mass |
| 2004-2005 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8L | Gas | | 2WD | 02J | Solid Mass |
| 2000-2006 Audi TT 1.8L | Gas |  | AWD | 02M | Solid Mass |
| 2003-2006 Seat Leon 1.8L | Gas | - | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 2002-2004 Seat Toledo 1.8L | Gas | - | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
South Bend Clutch is a renowned name in the automotive industry, recognized for its high-quality clutch systems and components. Our dedication to innovation, performance, and durability makes us a preferred choice for vehicle owners and enthusiasts around the globe. The SBC Clutch Kit for 2000-2006 Audi TT 1.8L GAS – Fits Other Vehicles is a prime example of our commitment to providing top-tier automotive solutions.
This clutch kit is designed and engineered to enhance the driving experience of your vehicle, offering a perfect blend of reliability and performance. Whether you own an Audi TT, Seat Leon, Toledo, Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, or Jetta, this clutch kit is tailored to fit a range of models, ensuring a precise and snug fit for your specific vehicle.
Why Choose South Bend Clutch Kit?
Our clutch kits are not a one-size-fits-all solution. They are meticulously crafted to meet the unique demands of your vehicle, providing a significant upgrade over the OEM clutch system. Here are several reasons why our clutch kit stands out:
-
Superior Quality Materials: We use only the highest grade materials in our clutch kits, ensuring they can withstand the rigors of daily driving and high-performance applications. Our choice of organic, ceramic, and Kevlar friction materials is based on extensive research and development, aiming to deliver exceptional durability and performance.
-
Engineered for Performance: Each component in our clutch kit is designed to work in harmony, providing improved engagement, higher torque capacity, and smoother gear transitions. Whether you are navigating city streets or pushing your vehicle on the track, our clutch kit enhances your driving experience with its superior performance characteristics.
-
Customization Options: Understanding that every driver has unique needs, we offer our clutch kits in various stages and materials. From daily driving to extreme performance applications, you can choose the perfect clutch setup tailored to your specific driving style and vehicle requirements.
-
Comprehensive Kit: Our clutch kits come with everything you need for a complete and hassle-free installation. This includes a high-performance pressure plate, clutch disc, throw-out bearing, and alignment tool. Some kits also feature modified pressure plates for even greater performance enhancements.
-
Technical Support: At South Bend Clutch, we stand behind our products with unmatched customer support. Our team of experts is always ready to assist with any installation questions or performance advice, ensuring you get the most out of your new clutch system.
Product Features:
- Designed to fit a wide range of vehicles, including 2000-2006 Audi TT 1.8L GAS and other European models.
- Available in various friction materials such as organic, ceramic, and Kevlar, catering to different driving demands and performance levels.
- Offers multiple stages, from Stage 1 for daily driving to Stage 4 for extreme performance applications, allowing for customization based on individual needs.
- Includes essential components for installation, such as the throw-out bearing and alignment tool, facilitating a smooth and efficient setup process.
- Engineered for enhanced durability, smoother gear shifts, and improved torque capacity, elevating the overall driving experience.
Compatibility:
The versatility of our clutch kit extends to a broad spectrum of vehicles, offering an unparalleled fit for models equipped with manual transmissions. It is compatible with vehicles that have an AWD or FWD drivetrain and is designed to work seamlessly with both 02M and 02J transmission types. Furthermore, our clutch kits are crafted to accommodate both dual mass and solid mass OEM flywheel types, ensuring a comprehensive solution for your vehicle’s clutch system needs.
Installation:
While our clutch kits are designed for straightforward installation, we always recommend professional installation to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Our kits come with a detailed installation guide, and our technical support team is available to assist with any inquiries during the installation process. This approach ensures that your vehicle benefits from the enhanced performance and reliability that South Bend Clutch kits are known for.
At South Bend Clutch, we are committed to delivering products that exceed the expectations of our customers. Our clutch kits are a testament to our dedication to quality, performance, and customer satisfaction. Whether you are an automotive enthusiast seeking enhanced performance or a daily driver in need of a reliable clutch solution, our clutch kit for the 2000-2006 Audi TT 1.8L GAS – Fits Other Vehicles is designed to meet and surpass your needs. Trust South Bend Clutch for all your clutch system requirements and experience the difference in performance and durability.
Organic Friction Material
Organic clutch material is a top choice for drivers seeking smooth, reliable performance for everyday use. Made from a blend of woven organic fibers and resin compounds, it offers excellent friction stability, making it ideal for street driving where comfort and longevity are priorities. Its consistent engagement and reduced noise make it particularly suited for daily drivers, light towing, and moderate performance applications where clutch feel matters.
Designed to handle moderate torque loads, organic clutch discs excel in standard driving conditions but may wear faster under extreme stress compared to performance-based materials. However, they remain a cost-effective and dependable option for drivers who prioritize comfort and balanced performance over extreme power handling.
Organic clutch material is a top choice for drivers seeking smooth, reliable performance for everyday use. Made from a blend of woven organic fibers and resin compounds, it offers excellent friction stability, making it ideal for street driving where comfort and longevity are priorities. Its consistent engagement and reduced noise make it particularly suited for daily drivers, light towing, and moderate performance applications where clutch feel matters.
Designed to handle moderate torque loads, organic clutch discs excel in standard driving conditions but may wear faster under extreme stress compared to performance-based materials. However, they remain a cost-effective and dependable option for drivers who prioritize comfort and balanced performance over extreme power handling.
Solid Hub Style
A solid hub clutch design is engineered for maximum durability and torque transfer, making it ideal for high-performance and heavy-duty applications. This style features a rigid hub without any internal damping springs, providing a direct connection between the engine and transmission. The solid hub excels in delivering instant power transfer, making it perfect for racing, track use, and extreme towing where immediate clutch engagement is crucial.
Due to its lack of shock absorption, solid hub clutches can produce a harsher engagement feel and increased drivetrain noise compared to sprung hub alternatives. However, their simplicity and robustness make them a top choice for drivers demanding maximum performance in controlled environments where comfort is less critical.
A solid hub clutch design is engineered for maximum durability and torque transfer, making it ideal for high-performance and heavy-duty applications. This style features a rigid hub without any internal damping springs, providing a direct connection between the engine and transmission. The solid hub excels in delivering instant power transfer, making it perfect for racing, track use, and extreme towing where immediate clutch engagement is crucial.
Due to its lack of shock absorption, solid hub clutches can produce a harsher engagement feel and increased drivetrain noise compared to sprung hub alternatives. However, their simplicity and robustness make them a top choice for drivers demanding maximum performance in controlled environments where comfort is less critical.
Full Face Disc Style
The full face clutch disc is designed for smooth engagement, even wear, and maximum surface contact with the pressure plate and flywheel. Covering the entire friction surface, this design provides excellent power transfer, making it ideal for daily drivers, light towing, and vehicles where comfort and longevity are top priorities. The increased surface area allows for better heat distribution, reducing the risk of premature wear.
Full face discs excel in standard and moderate performance applications, offering a balanced blend of drivability and durability. However, they may lack the aggressive grip required for extreme power handling compared to paddle-style discs, making them better suited for stock to lightly modified vehicles.
The full face clutch disc is designed for smooth engagement, even wear, and maximum surface contact with the pressure plate and flywheel. Covering the entire friction surface, this design provides excellent power transfer, making it ideal for daily drivers, light towing, and vehicles where comfort and longevity are top priorities. The increased surface area allows for better heat distribution, reducing the risk of premature wear.
Full face discs excel in standard and moderate performance applications, offering a balanced blend of drivability and durability. However, they may lack the aggressive grip required for extreme power handling compared to paddle-style discs, making them better suited for stock to lightly modified vehicles.
Single Disc
A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.
While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.
A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.
While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.
Stage 1 Clutch
A Stage 1 clutch is designed for drivers seeking a slight performance upgrade over a stock clutch while maintaining smooth engagement and drivability. Ideal for daily drivers and mild performance enhancements, it offers increased clamping force and better heat resistance compared to factory clutches. This makes it suitable for vehicles with minor bolt-on modifications, such as intake or exhaust upgrades.
While Stage 1 clutches provide improved durability and power handling, they maintain a comfortable pedal feel and minimal noise, making them a perfect choice for street driving with light towing or occasional spirited driving. They balance performance with everyday usability.
A Stage 1 clutch is designed for drivers seeking a slight performance upgrade over a stock clutch while maintaining smooth engagement and drivability. Ideal for daily drivers and mild performance enhancements, it offers increased clamping force and better heat resistance compared to factory clutches. This makes it suitable for vehicles with minor bolt-on modifications, such as intake or exhaust upgrades.
While Stage 1 clutches provide improved durability and power handling, they maintain a comfortable pedal feel and minimal noise, making them a perfect choice for street driving with light towing or occasional spirited driving. They balance performance with everyday usability.
Warranty Coverage
South Bend Clutch, Inc. warrants that our clutches are free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and service. Our warranty provides coverage for 12 months or 12,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the date of installation.
The obligation of South Bend Clutch, Inc. under this warranty is limited to repair, replacement, or credit at our discretion for any product found to be defective. We will not be liable for losses, damages, or injury to persons or property resulting from misuse or improper installation of any part subject to this warranty.
*** WE DO NOT COVER LABOR, NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE ***
Warranty Registration
To activate your warranty coverage, you must register your clutch through our online Warranty Hub within 30 days of purchase.
What You'll Need to Register:
- Proof of purchase (receipt or invoice showing purchase date and price paid)
- Vehicle information (year, make, model, VIN)
- Current odometer reading at time of installation
- Installer information (shop name, address, phone number)
- Part number of your South Bend Clutch product
Click here to Register Your Warranty
After registration, you'll receive a confirmation email with your warranty certificate number. You can check your warranty status anytime at warranty.southbendclutch.com/lookup.
Filing a Warranty Claim
If you experience an issue with your clutch during the warranty period, you can submit a claim through our Warranty Hub.
Claim Submission Requirements:
- Your warranty certificate number or the email used during registration
- Current odometer reading
- Description of the issue you're experiencing
- Photos of the affected parts (pressure plate, disc, flywheel)
- Photos showing the condition of related components
Our warranty team will review your claim and may request additional information or photos. South Bend Clutch, Inc. reserves the right to examine all parts returned for warranty claims to determine whether the failure was due to a defect in material or workmanship.
Warranty Conditions
The Limited Warranty will NOT be valid under the following conditions:
- The product is NOT registered within thirty (30) days of purchase
- The product was purchased below our MAP price (see Pricing Policy below)
- The clutch was not installed by a certified or professional mechanic
- The flywheel was not replaced with new or properly resurfaced to specification
- The clutch has been altered, improperly installed, or damaged by accident, negligence, or misuse
- The transmission has failed or shows excessive wear
- The product is used for high performance and/or racing purposes for which it was not originally engineered
WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE – Coverage applies only to the original purchaser and vehicle.
Pricing Policy
We encourage you to shop around when buying our parts, but we do not allow discounts or price matching below our MAP prices (3% below our published retail price).
Important: Purchases made below MAP price are not eligible for warranty coverage. Your proof of purchase must show a qualifying purchase price.
Return Policy
No returned product for warranty, repair, or replacement will be accepted without a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.
To Obtain an RMA:
- If you purchased from an authorized dealer, contact them first to initiate the return process
- If you purchased directly from South Bend Clutch, call our warranty department at 1-800-988-4345
Once your claim is approved, you will receive an RMA number with shipping instructions for returning the defective parts.
Questions?
For warranty inquiries, contact our warranty department at warranty@southbendclutch.com or call 1-800-988-4345.
| Vehicle | Fuel Type | Manual Prevalence | Drivetrain | Transmission Type Used | OEM Flywheel Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002-2004 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8L | Gas | | 2WD | 02J | Solid Mass |
| 2002-2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L | Gas | | 2WD | 02J | Solid Mass |
| 2003-2005 Volkswagen Golf 2.8L | Gas | | 2WD | 02J | Solid Mass |
| 2003-2004 Volkswagen Jetta 2.8L | Gas | | 2WD | 02J | Solid Mass |
| 2004-2005 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8L | Gas | | 2WD | 02J | Solid Mass |
| 2000-2006 Audi TT 1.8L | Gas | | AWD | 02M | Solid Mass |
| 2003-2006 Seat Leon 1.8L | Gas | - | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 2002-2004 Seat Toledo 1.8L | Gas | - | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
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Is the shipping free?
Yes. Worldwide shipping is already included in the price. We use DHL express with 3 days delivery time.
When will I receive my item?
When we have received your order, you will automatically receive an e-mail confirming your order. Orders made before 2 PM (CET) will be picked, packed and shipped the same day. Delivery time is usually 2-4 working days with DHL Express.
Can I change or return my item?
If you want to change a product into another model, strap color etc., please contact us so we are able to reserve the new item in our stock immediately. You are always entitled to an exchange or refund within 30 days after you have received your package, as long as the item has not been used.
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