Replaces the worn upper and lower shift forks plus all three release bearings in the Ford DPS6 6DCT250 PowerShift dual-clutch transaxle.
A Ford Focus or Fiesta with the PowerShift automatic that judders pulling away from a light, bangs into second, or still shudders after someone already put a clutch in it is the car this kit is for. It is the release fork and release bearing set for the DPS6 (6DCT250) dry dual-clutch transaxle: two clutch forks and three release bearings, built for the 2011-2019 Fiesta with the 1.6L and the 2012-2018 Focus with the 2.0L. It replaces Ford parts CA6Z-7515-J, CA6Z-7515-K, CA6Z-7A508-E, BV6Z-7A508-A, AE8Z-7515-B and AE8Z-7515-D and cross-references to LuK kit 514002110.
The DPS6 is two manual gearboxes in one case, each with its own dry clutch. One clutch drives the odd gears and the other drives the even gears and reverse, and the transmission control module hands torque from one to the other on every shift. There is no clutch pedal; electric clutch actuators on the outside of the case push on the two forks, and each fork presses a release bearing against its clutch to engage it. The upper fork works the 1-3-5 clutch and the lower fork works the 2-4-6-R clutch, and the two are not interchangeable. Every launch and every shift goes through these parts, so wear shows up as play between the actuator and the clutch. When a fork pivot or bearing wears, the TCM can no longer place the clutch where it thinks it is, and engagement turns grabby and uneven.
Rule out the two other big DPS6 failures first. Ford's bulletin on this transmission ties much of the light-throttle shudder to fluid from leaking input shaft seals contaminating the dry clutches, so look for gear oil inside the clutch housing before blaming the forks alone. Then read the clutch adaptive values and codes with a scan tool that supports the DPS6; out-of-range adapts with a dry clutch point toward mechanical wear. Our DPS6 diagnosis guide covers the codes, the seal leak test and the relearns in detail. Once the transaxle is out, inspect the fork pivots and bearing faces; a groove worn into a fork or a bearing that drags or feels rough means replace the set.
This kit fits PowerShift automatic cars only: the 2011-2019 Ford Fiesta 1.6L and the 2012-2018 Ford Focus 2.0L GDI with the DPS6 six-speed dual-clutch. It does not fit the manual-transmission Fiesta or Focus, the Focus ST, or the Focus Electric. Match the Ford part numbers above against what comes out of your car, or send us the year and VIN and we will confirm before it ships.
The transaxle comes out and the clutch assembly comes off before the forks and bearings can be reached, so most people plan three to four hours. Removing and installing the clutch requires the DPS6 holding and pressing tool; our DPS6 clutch remover and installer kit is built for that job, and the tool kit buyers guide explains which pieces you need. Mark which fork came out of which position. With the case open, replace the input shaft seals if there is any trace of oil on the clutch side, and if the clutch itself is glazed or oil-soaked, the DPS6 dual clutch kit with forks replaces everything in one box. Check the gearbox oil level with XT-11-QDC fluid. Finally, run the clutch adaptive learn with Ford IDS, FDRS or FORScan on a fully charged battery. Ford's own repair procedure includes reprogramming and an adaptive learn after clutch work, and skipping it leaves the TCM using the old touch points, so the car keeps shifting hard on brand-new parts. Our DPS6 clutch replacement cost guide lays out what a shop would charge for the same work.
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Doing this repair right usually means replacing these at the same time. Same transmission, ships together.
The 2011-2019 Ford Fiesta 1.6L and 2012-2018 Ford Focus 2.0L with the DPS6 PowerShift automatic. It does not fit manual-transmission cars, the Focus ST or the Focus Electric.
Two clutch release forks (upper for the 1-3-5 clutch, lower for the 2-4-6-R clutch) and three release bearings. It replaces Ford CA6Z-7515-J, CA6Z-7515-K, CA6Z-7A508-E, BV6Z-7A508-A, AE8Z-7515-B and AE8Z-7515-D.
Only if the clutch is glazed, worn or oil-contaminated. If it is, the dual clutch kit with forks covers both jobs. If the clutch is dry and in good shape, the forks and bearings can go in on their own.
Yes. Run the DPS6 clutch adaptive learn with Ford IDS, FDRS or FORScan after installation, with the battery fully charged. Without it the TCM keeps the old engagement points and the shudder can continue.
The usual reasons are worn release forks and bearings left in place, input shaft seals leaking oil onto the new clutch, or a skipped adaptive learn. Check all three before replacing parts again.
