If any part of your clutch has failed, it’s usually a good idea to replace the parts as an assembly. Since the majority of the labor involved is removing the transmission, it makes good economic sense to replace the clutch disc, pressure plate, pilot bearing, and throwout bearing—and in some cases, the flywheel—at the same time. These parts are usually sold as a kit. If the clutch in your Audi TT is slipping or noisy, it is a good time to perform the service.

A rotating circular metal Plate splined to the transmission input shaft that's covered with friction material on both sides. The disc is located between the engine flywheel and the clutch pressure plate, and is clamped tightly between these two members when the clutch is engaged.