Parts for your 2002 Daihatsu Yrv-Thrust bearing

2002 Daihatsu YRV thrust-bearing — what’s fitted and how to look after it

Based on factory literature, a thrust-bearing is relevant to the 2002 Daihatsu YRV. Manual-transmission YRV variants (M201/M211 series) are fitted with a clutch release (often called “thrust”) bearing as part of the clutch release mechanism. This is shown in the Daihatsu YRV Workshop Manual (M2 series, CL—Clutch section) and the Daihatsu Electronic Parts Catalogue (EPC) for model codes M201G/M211G, which list the release bearing alongside the pressure plate and disc. Automatic YRV models don’t have a clutch thrust/release bearing. Separately, all K3-VE/K3-VET engines used in the YRV employ crankshaft thrust bearings integrated into the main bearing set (EM—Engine Mechanical section of the workshop manual), but these are engine internals and unrelated to the clutch.

On a manual 2002 Daihatsu YRV, the thrust (release) bearing’s job is simple but critical: it lets the rotating clutch assembly disengage smoothly when the driver presses the pedal. The bearing transfers the clutch fork or hydraulic slave cylinder’s push into a controlled, low-friction load on the pressure plate’s diaphragm spring, so gear changes feel clean and the driveline isn’t shocked.

It’s a sealed, non-serviceable part, so the smart move is to replace it whenever the clutch is out. Most workshops fit a complete clutch kit (pressure plate, disc, release bearing) around the 120,000–200,000 km mark or sooner if symptoms show. Common clues the bearing’s on the way out include a squeal, chirp, or rumble that appears when the clutch pedal is depressed and disappears when it’s released, a notchiness in pedal feel, or inconsistent bite point. If it’s ignored, the noise can become constant and clutch disengagement can turn patchy.

• Best-practice replacement: pair the new thrust bearing with a fresh clutch kit.
• Inspect-and-fix list while you’re in there: clutch fork pivot, release arm, guide tube (input shaft sleeve), input shaft splines, and the spigot/pilot bearing in the crank.
• Use a light smear of high-temp moly grease on the guide tube and splines—keep grease well away from the friction surfaces.
• If hydraulic: check the slave and master cylinders, hose condition, and bleed the system for a consistent pedal.
• Driving habits matter: don’t ride the clutch pedal or sit at lights with the pedal held down—both shorten bearing life.

For automatic YRV owners: there’s no clutch thrust/release bearing to service. The engine’s crankshaft thrust bearings live inside the block and are only addressed during engine rebuilds, not routine servicing.

Popular questions

Does every 2002 Daihatsu YRV have a thrust-bearing?
Manual YRVs do—the clutch release (thrust) bearing sits on the gearbox input side and works whenever the pedal’s pressed. Autos don’t have a clutch thrust bearing, though the engine still has internal crankshaft thrust bearings that aren’t part of regular servicing.

How long does a YRV clutch thrust-bearing last?
With sensible driving, many last the life of the clutch—often 120,000 to 200,000 km. Frequent stop–start driving, riding the pedal, or towing can shorten that window. Most mechanics replace the bearing whenever the clutch is renewed to avoid paying labour twice.

What noises point to a failing thrust-bearing?
A chirp, squeal, or low growl that appears only when the clutch pedal is pressed is classic thrust-bearing behaviour. If the noise is there with the pedal up and disappears when it’s pressed, think gearbox input shaft bearing instead. Either way, it’s worth a prompt check before damage snowballs.