- Found in vehicles with a manual transmission
- Replacement is best left to professional technicians
- An OEM clutch master cylinder is highly recommended for this installation
Your Nissan's Clutch Master Cylinder, a car part usually installed on vehicles with a manual transmission, serves as the hydraulic pump for the clutch system. When you press down on your car's clutch pedal, this cylinder leads essential fluid through to the clutch slave cylinder. The clutch slave cylinder then disengages the clutch, allowing the vehicle's engine and wheels to turn independently.
A faulty Clutch Master Cylinder can pose as a huge driving hazard. When not functioning properly, this component can negatively impact clutch engagement, causing jerkiness and regular car stall. Or even worse, your vehicle might not drive at all!
The master cylinder is hydraulic, meaning that it's more leak prone. Luckily, before it goes out entirely, you may be able to spot a few warning signs.
The most common issues with a failing Clutch Master Cylinder are trouble shifting gears, a spongy, mushy, or fully depressed clutch pedal, and discolored or low clutch fluid levels. While low fluid may point to a potential leak in the system, contaminated fluid is often caused by general cylinder wear. If you discover any of these problems, get an inspection at an authorized Nissan service center immediately.
Is it possible to do a Clutch Master Cylinder installation on your own? We strongly advise leaving this work to the professionals. This car part must be installed properly. And if done incorrectly, your driveability could become affected, and you may risk ruining your Nissan's transmission.
Installing the wrong Clutch Master Cylinder can cause irreparable damage to your transmission and your vehicle! To guarantee the correct fit, shop authentic OEM components from Nissan Parts.
This Clutch Master Cylinder, part 306108J10A, is compatible with Nissan Altima 2002-2006. See the What This Fits tab for more information.
CYLINDER ASSY-CLUTCH MASTER