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FTC4720 - Release Bearing Guide – R380 – TD5 by AftermarketClutch Part Land Rover Range Rover Defender, Discovery

FTC4720 - Release Bearing Guide – R380 – TD5

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€118,00
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Release Bearing Guide for the clutch assembly on TD5 engine applications with the R380 5-speed manual gearbox.

The release bearing guide (also known as the front cover or input shaft sleeve) is the tubular housing that the clutch release bearing slides along during clutch pedal operation. It is bolted to the front face of the gearbox bell housing and provides the bearing travel path as well as a mounting point for the release fork pivot. Correct fit and condition of the guide is essential for smooth, accurate clutch engagement and disengagement.
Vehicle Model Land Rover Defender up to 2016
Land Rover Discovery 2 1998-2004 (L318)
Fitment Notes DEFENDER 1998-2007 — 2.5L Td5 5 Cyl Diesel, R380 manual transmission, clutch release bearing guide
DISCOVERY 2 1998-2004 — Td5, R380 5 speed manual transmission, clutch release bearing guide
Alternative Codes
FTC4720

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Frequently asked questions

What is the release bearing guide for?
The release bearing guide is the tubular sleeve on the front of the gearbox bell housing that the clutch release bearing slides along as the clutch pedal is pressed. It guides the bearing's travel and is sometimes called the front cover or input shaft sleeve. Fitted to R380 Td5 applications.
Which vehicles take this R380 Td5 release bearing guide?
This release bearing guide fits Td5 engine applications with the R380 5-speed manual gearbox, covering the Defender (1998-2007) and Discovery 2 (1998-2004). It's specific to the Td5 R380 setup, so confirm your engine and gearbox before ordering.
When should the release bearing guide be replaced?
Replace the release bearing guide if it's scored, worn or grooved where the bearing rides, as this causes notchy or juddery clutch action and bearing noise. It's typically renewed during a clutch replacement, since the gearbox is already removed and access is straightforward at that point.
Is fitting this a DIY job?
Fitting the release bearing guide usually means removing the gearbox to reach the bell housing, so it's typically done alongside a clutch change. It's within reach of a confident home mechanic with axle stands and a transmission jack, but many owners have it done with the clutch.

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