Parts for your 2013 Holden Captiva 7-Thrust bearing

Does a 2013 Holden Captiva 7 use a thrust bearing?

Short answer: a clutch-type thrust bearing isn’t used on the 2013 Holden Captiva 7 sold in Australia and New Zealand. The MY13 Captiva 7 range here was paired with six‑speed automatic transmissions only (GM 6T45/6T70 for petrol, Aisin AF40‑6 for the 2.2 diesel), which means there’s no manual clutch and therefore no clutch release/thrust bearing or concentric slave cylinder to service. This specification is confirmed by Holden Captiva CG Series II (MY13) technical literature and GM Global Service Information (SI), along with period AU/NZ specification sheets.

Why the absence? Automatic Captiva 7 models use a torque converter and internal transmission components to manage drive and gear changes, so the role of a clutch release (thrust) bearing simply doesn’t exist. What some owners call a “thrust bearing” generally refers to the manual clutch release bearing, which only applies to manual gearboxes. While certain overseas Captiva variants and earlier configurations did use a manual M32 6‑speed with a concentric slave/release bearing, that setup wasn’t offered on the 2013 Captiva 7 in AU/NZ.

It’s worth noting the engine itself does contain a crankshaft thrust bearing surface integrated into the main bearing set. That’s an internal plain bearing that controls crank end‑float. It’s not a routine service item and isn’t inspected or replaced during normal servicing—only assessed during engine overhaul or if diagnosing rare issues like excessive crankshaft end‑play. Holden/GM workshop manuals treat those thrust faces as part of the main bearing service procedure, not as a standalone “thrust bearing” you’d order for regular maintenance.

So if someone’s chasing a “thrust bearing” noise on a 2013 Captiva 7 auto, it’s smarter to look elsewhere. Common culprits could be:

• Torque converter or front pump whine (automatic transmission)
• Accessory drive bearings (idler/tensioner pulleys, alternator)
• Wheel hub bearings or driveshaft (CV) noise under load

For the avoidance of doubt, the absence of a clutch thrust bearing on this model year and market is backed by: Holden Captiva CG Series II (MY13) service information and parts catalogues showing no manual clutch assembly, GM SI coverage listing 6T45/6T70 and AF40‑6 transmissions only for AU/NZ, and 2013 Captiva 7 specification sheets indicating auto‑only fitment locally.

FAQs

Does a 2013 Captiva 7 have a clutch thrust bearing?
For AU/NZ‑delivered 2013 Captiva 7 models, no. They’re automatic, so there’s no manual clutch or release/thrust bearing to replace.

What if I’m hearing a bearing noise—could it still be a thrust bearing?
On an auto Captiva 7, it’s far more likely to be torque converter/front pump noise, an accessory pulley, or a wheel bearing. A workshop can isolate it with a stethoscope and road test.

Is there any thrust bearing in the engine that needs servicing?
The crankshaft thrust faces are part of the engine’s main bearings. They aren’t serviced during routine maintenance and are only addressed during engine rebuilds or if end‑float is out of spec.