{"product_id":"jp-group-clutch-release-operating-shaft-vw-passat-audi-014141701e-jp-3161-0","title":"JP Group Clutch Release Bearing Operating Shaft | VW Passat 1990, Audi 80 \u0026 100 Manual | OE 014 141 701 E (JP-3161-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJP Group Clutch Release Bearing Operating Shaft — VW Passat \u0026amp; Audi 80 \/ 100, OE 014 141 701 E (JP-3161-0)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e JP Group JP-3161-0 is the clutch release bearing operating shaft (the clutch fork shaft) for manual transaxles. It replaces OE 014 141 701 E (JP ref 1130700700). EMPI lists it for the 1990 VW Passat, the 1988 Audi 80 manual and the 1977 Audi 100 1.9 manual. The shaft passes through the bell housing and moves the release bearing when you press the clutch. Sold each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVehicle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1990\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Passat (B3), manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEMPI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1988\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi 80, manual transmission\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEMPI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1977\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi 100 1.9, manual transmission\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEMPI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOther years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi 80 \/ 90 \/ 100 and VW Passat \/ Quantum with 01x-series manual transaxles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLikely, but \u003cstrong\u003enot confirmed\u003c\/strong\u003e. Check the code stamped on your gearbox and compare with your old shaft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAny\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomatic transmission\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes not fit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAny\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir-cooled VW Beetle \/ Bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes not fit\u003c\/strong\u003e. Those use 113 141 701 series shafts.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitment note: EMPI gives only single model years for this shaft, which is unusual. Its own catalog coverage is probably wider. We list only what is confirmed. Please verify with your transmission code or old part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJP Group JP-3161-0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOE reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e014 141 701 E\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJP Group reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1130700700\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e707924541434\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold as\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEach\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.24 lb (EMPI)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 x 3 x 1 in (EMPI)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOne clutch release bearing operating shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelease (throw-out) bearing and guide sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft bushings, return spring and clutch lever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClutch disc, pressure plate, cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe operating shaft turns in bushings in the bell housing and carries the fork that pushes the release bearing. When the shaft wears at the bushing journals or at the fork contact points, the clutch pedal feels vague or notchy and engagement gets inconsistent. You may hear a squeak or clunk when you press the pedal, or the clutch may not fully disengage, so gears grind. A broken or badly worn shaft can leave the car with no clutch at all. Because replacing the shaft means separating the transmission from the engine, most shops fit a new shaft, bushings and release bearing whenever the clutch is replaced, so the job does not have to be done twice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe transmission has to come off the engine to replace the shaft. Plan to do it with the clutch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit new bushings and lightly grease the journals with a high-temperature grease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the release bearing guide sleeve for wear grooves and replace it if worn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust the clutch cable or check the hydraulics as the factory manual specifies after reassembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it fit my 1990 Passat 5-speed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. EMPI lists the 1990 VW Passat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it fit my Audi 80?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEMPI lists the 1988 Audi 80 manual. For other years, compare your old shaft or the transmission code.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same as OE 014 141 701 E?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. JP Group cross-references JP-3161-0 to 014 141 701 E.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat else do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShaft bushings, a release bearing and usually a full clutch kit, since the transmission is out anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it fit an automatic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is for manual transaxles only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it new?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, new JP Group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drivetrain-transmission\"\u003eDrivetrain \u0026amp; Transmission\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wm-legal\"\u003e\u003csmall\u003eVolkswagen®, Audi® and model names are trademarks of their respective owners. Washburn's Metal is not affiliated with or endorsed by them. 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