Peugeot 208 Clutch Kit: Specs, Fitment & Common Faults

The warning signs of a wearing clutch, and what actually fits your specific engine and gearbox.

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OEM Part Number: 1606876580

Genuinely important to know: engines with a dual-mass flywheel need the flywheel checked and, if worn, replaced alongside the clutch — several genuine kits are explicitly sold on this basis, since fitting a fresh clutch onto a worn dual-mass flywheel leads to premature failure of the new clutch too.

1.4 HDi manual, complete kit (200mm)	Genuine cross-reference: 1606876580, 1610872680, 1610872780, 1611266780
1.0/1.2 petrol manual, complete kit	LuK reference: 620326800 — includes pressure plate, release bearing and clutch disc
Engines with dual-mass flywheel, complete kit (240mm)	LuK reference: 624 3947 00 — genuinely sold with the instruction to check and replace the dual-mass flywheel if worn

Peugeot 208 Clutch Kit: A Part That Wears Differently Depending on How You Drive

On the Peugeot 208, unlike parts that fail on a predictable mileage schedule, clutch wear varies enormously based on driving style — a clutch that's ridden gently in easy traffic can outlast one used hard for towing or aggressive launches by a huge margin.

Before you buy: clutch specification varies by engine size and torque output — a kit rated for a smaller engine won't necessarily cope with a more powerful version. Always confirm against your VIN before ordering.

Peugeot 208 Clutch Kit: What It Does

The clutch kit — typically comprising the clutch plate, pressure plate and release bearing — manages the connection between the engine and gearbox on manual versions of the 208, allowing smooth engagement and disengagement when changing gear. Higher-torque engine variants use a heavier-duty kit rated to handle the extra load without premature wear.

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Peugeot 208 Clutch Kit: Symptoms, DIY Difficulty & Aftermarket Advice

These are the same regardless of make or model — see our full Clutch Kit Guide for symptoms of wear, confirming fitment against your VIN, and aftermarket advice.