01M Clutch Module 1990-1995, new and ready to install. Fits the 01M. Ships fast from the USA.
Rebuilding an early-1990s Volkswagen automatic means working on the generation before the familiar 01M. This kit is the friction plates for that era: two-sided clutch plates listed for the 095/096 four-speed and 01M from 1990 to 1995, for the Golf, Jetta and transverse Passat owners whose car now slips, flares between gears or sits in third and refuses to shift. The plates in the photo carry Raybestos markings, and the listing says the brand in the box can be Raybestos, Borg-Warner, Alto or Allomatic depending on stock. Steels, seals and the filter are not included.
VW's transverse four-speed came from the same design family as the Renault AD4. Wikipedia notes that VW used the 096 in Mk3 Golf and Jetta cars from 1992 to 1994, and those cars carry a Sport/Economy switch near the shifter. The 01M took over for 1995. All of them shift by clamping clutch and brake packs: oil from the valve body pushes a piston, the piston squeezes the friction and steel stack, and the gearset member splined to that pack locks. Burnt lining means the pack slips before it holds, which the controller sees as a ratio error.
The 096 and 01M look alike from outside, but Wikipedia also notes they use different torque converters and some different internal parts. That is why this early-years kit is sold separately from the 1996-up version. Treat the year range as a starting point and confirm by matching plates.
These cars are 30 years old now, so rule out the cheap things first. There is no dipstick; the level is set at the pan plug with the engine running and warm fluid. A low level alone causes flares and limp mode. Corroded connectors and tired speed sensors on cars this age also trigger 00652 without any clutch damage. If the fluid is full, the wiring is good and the fault keeps coming back with burnt fluid, the clutches are worn. Our flare versus slip guide explains how to tell a pressure problem from worn plates, and the overheating guide covers why these units cook their clutches.
Listed for 1990-1995 VW 095/096 and 01M units. That covers the 096 in 1992-1994 Mk3 Golf and Jetta and early 01M cars, with the earlier 095 also named in the listing. Read the transmission code on your case before ordering, since 1995 is the changeover year. For 1996 and later 01M cars, use the 1996-up friction kit. Count the plates in each pack and compare tooth counts when you tear down, and send us your year, model and VIN if you want a second check. Other early VW rebuild parts are under rebuild kits.
| Fits | 01M 1990-1995 |
| Part type | Clutch Module |
| Condition | New |
| Brand | OEM |
| Ships | From the USA |
| Warranty | 1-year |
Mostly not. Golf and Jetta cars from 1992 to 1994 used the 096, and the 01M took over for 1995. This listing covers both the 095/096 and the early 01M, so read the transmission code on your case before ordering.
The 096 and 01M share a design but have some different internal parts, which is why the kits are listed separately. Match plate and tooth counts to your old packs and use the version that matches them.
The listing says the set ships as Raybestos, Borg-Warner, Alto or Allomatic depending on stock. All plates are two-sided.
No. This is friction plates only. Reuse steels only if they are flat and not heat-marked, and plan on new seals, a filter and pan gasket.
Inspect the pistons and replace any with torn rubber, fit a new filter and gasket, and fix any fluid-level or cooling problem that cooked the old plates.
