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SBC Clutch Kit for 2004-2013 Mazda 3 2.0L Diesel – Fits Other Vehicles

$328.88
SKU SD1-2690R-12
MPN MZK1003-HD
  • Regular price $328.88

Sku: SD1-2690R-12

MPN: MZK1003-HD



Elevate your driving experience with the South Bend Clutch SBC SD1-2690R-12 Clutch Kit, tailored for a range of driving styles and requirements. Whether for daily commuting or extreme conditions, choose from organic or ceramic friction materials in Stage 1 or Stage 2 configurations. This kit enhances performance, offering smooth engagement and superior wear resistance. Designed for longevity and optimized torque handling, it includes a clutch disc, pressure plate, and essential installation components. Experience unmatched quality and durability with South Bend Clutch, your choice for enhanced drivability and reliability. Ideal for drivers seeking a high-performing, reliable upgrade without sacrificing comfort. Trust South Bend Clutch for a superior driving experience.


$328.88
SKU SD1-2690R-12
MPN MZK1003-HD
12,000 Mile | 12 Month Warranty
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Industry Leading Support

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SBC Clutch Kit for 2004-2013 Mazda 3 2.0L Diesel – Fits Other Vehicles - Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus

$328.88

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South Bend Clutch is renowned for its exceptional quality, durability, and performance in the clutch industry. Our innovative approach to design and technology has positioned us as a preferred choice for drivers seeking reliability and enhanced drivability under various conditions. The SBC SD1-2690R-12 Clutch Kit exemplifies this commitment to excellence, offering a range of options to suit different driving styles and requirements.

A Tailored Approach to Enhanced Performance

Understanding that each driver's needs are unique, South Bend Clutch offers this clutch kit in several configurations, catering to a variety of vehicles and driving conditions. Whether you require a clutch for daily driving or more extreme applications, we have engineered a solution to meet your specific needs.

Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus

Designed for daily driving conditions, the Organic Stage 1 option in the SBC SD1-2690R-12 Clutch Kit provides a balance between performance and drivability. It features an organic friction material that ensures smooth engagement and enhanced wear resistance, making it an ideal choice for drivers looking for a reliable upgrade from their stock clutch without sacrificing comfort.

Ceramic / Stage 1 / Extreme

For drivers pushing their vehicles to the limits, the Ceramic Stage 1 option offers increased torque capacity and heat dissipation, making it suitable for high-performance applications. The ceramic friction material provides aggressive engagement and is engineered to handle the demands of extreme driving, whether it's on the track or off-road.

Organic / Stage 2 / Daily Plus

This variant takes the performance a notch higher, catering to drivers who seek enhanced capabilities while maintaining suitability for daily driving. The Organic Stage 2 option offers improved torque handling over the Stage 1, providing a solution for vehicles with moderate performance modifications.

Organic/Ceramic / Stage 2 / Endurance

For the ultimate combination of performance and longevity, the Organic/Ceramic Stage 2 option is designed to excel in endurance applications where durability and consistent performance are paramount. This hybrid friction material offers the benefits of both organic and ceramic components, providing smooth engagement with superior heat resistance and torque capacity.

Key Features and Benefits

South Bend Clutch is committed to delivering products that exceed expectations. The features of the SBC SD1-2690R-12 Clutch Kit reflect this commitment:

  • Variety of Friction Materials: Choose between organic, ceramic, or a combination of both to match your driving needs.
  • Multiple Stages: Whether you need a clutch for daily driving or extreme conditions, we offer Stage 1 and Stage 2 options to suit your requirements.
  • Comprehensive Kit: Each kit includes a clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing, ensuring a complete solution for your clutch replacement needs.
  • Durability: Engineered for longevity, our clutches are designed to withstand the rigors of various driving conditions, from daily commuting to more demanding environments.
  • Enhanced Performance: Experience improved drivability with a clutch that offers smooth engagement and optimized torque handling capacity.
  • Ease of Installation: With all necessary components and detailed instructions included, our clutch kits are designed for straightforward installation.

Why Choose South Bend Clutch?

At South Bend Clutch, we pride ourselves on our meticulous attention to detail and our commitment to quality. All our products are rigorously tested to ensure they meet the highest standards of performance and durability. Our clutch kits are not just replacements; they are upgrades that enhance the driving experience, providing you with confidence on the road or the track.

We understand that choosing the right clutch can be daunting, which is why our team of experts is always available to provide guidance and support. With an extensive network of dealers, finding a South Bend Clutch dealer near you is easy, ensuring that you have access to our products and expertise no matter where you are.

Whether you're upgrading your clutch for better performance, durability, or simply as part of routine maintenance, South Bend Clutch offers solutions that deliver. Our SBC SD1-2690R-12 Clutch Kit is a testament to our dedication to excellence, providing drivers with a reliable, high-performing clutch that stands up to the demands of modern driving.

Choose South Bend Clutch for a driving experience that sets you apart. With our innovative designs, superior materials, and unmatched performance, we are your partner in achieving the best possible performance from your vehicle. Trust South Bend Clutch to deliver a product that not only meets but exceeds your expectations.

South Bend Clutch Organic Friction Material

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.

South Bend Clutch 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.

South Bend Clutch Sprung Hub Style

Sprung Hub Style

The sprung hub clutch is a versatile design focused on balancing performance with drivability. It features a series of dampening springs integrated into the hub, which help absorb vibrations and reduce shock during clutch engagement. This design is ideal for daily drivers, street performance vehicles, and light towing, where smooth gear changes and reduced drivetrain stress are essential.

By minimizing shock transfer, the sprung hub clutch prolongs the life of other drivetrain components, making it a reliable option for vehicles needing both comfort and moderate power handling. While slightly less direct in power transfer than a solid hub, it offers a superior driving experience for most street and light performance applications.

South Bend Clutch Sprung Hub Style

The sprung hub clutch is a versatile design focused on balancing performance with drivability. It features a series of dampening springs integrated into the hub, which help absorb vibrations and reduce shock during clutch engagement. This design is ideal for daily drivers, street performance vehicles, and light towing, where smooth gear changes and reduced drivetrain stress are essential.

By minimizing shock transfer, the sprung hub clutch prolongs the life of other drivetrain components, making it a reliable option for vehicles needing both comfort and moderate power handling. While slightly less direct in power transfer than a solid hub, it offers a superior driving experience for most street and light performance applications.

South Bend Clutch Full Face Disc Style

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.

South Bend Clutch 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.

South Bend Clutch Single Disc Clutch Kit

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.

South Bend Clutch Stage 1 Clutch

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.

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Vehicle Fuel Type Manual Prevalence Drivetrain Transmission Type Used OEM Flywheel Type
2004-2013 Mazda 3 2.0LDiesel2WD-Solid Mass
2004-2009 Mazda 3 2.3LDiesel2WD-Solid Mass
2006-2010 Mazda 5 2.3LDiesel2WD-Solid Mass

PRODUCT FAQs

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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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