PRODUCT DETAILS
The 2003 Acura CL Type-S is a rare car, and finding the right clutch for the J32A2 3.2L V6 takes more than a generic search. The Action Clutch Stage 1 Kit (ACR-0524) is built specifically for CL-S owners running stock to light bolt-on power who want a clutch that holds more than factory without giving up the daily-driver pedal feel that makes this car livable.
Stage 1 is the right call for most J32A2 builds. If your car is naturally aspirated, stock bottom end, and you are not running a standalone tune or forced induction, Stage 1 organic is where you stay. The 1OS designation means a single organic sprung disc paired with a heavy-duty single diaphragm pressure plate. That combination gives you a 70% increase in holding capacity over the OEM clutch while keeping engagement smooth and pedal effort close to stock. Stage 2 is overkill for a street-driven CL-S and will make your daily commute a workout — Stage 1 is the build-appropriate choice here.
The friction disc uses a Steel-Backed Copper-Kevlar Organic facing. That material runs cooler than metallic alternatives, transfers power smoothly at street RPM ranges, and breaks in without the aggressive bedding process that ceramic or paddle discs require. Action Clutch uses fully enclosed spring retainers — a patented design — to keep the torsional damper springs from escaping under load, which is a real failure point on budget clutch kits. Every finished kit is signed off by an engineer before it ships.
This kit is confirmed compatible with the factory OEM Dual Mass Flywheel on the 2003 Acura CL Type-S (J32A2, BYBA/BGRA transmission). No flywheel replacement required unless yours is already worn.
70% INCREASED HOLDING CAPACITY OVER FACTORY CLUTCH
RATED FOR SPIRITED STREET DRIVING AND OCCASIONAL LIGHT TRACK USE
COMPATIBLE WITH OEM DUAL MASS FLYWHEEL
2003 Acura CL Type-S only (J32A2 3.2L V6 engine)
Compatible transmissions: BYBA, BGRA
This kit does not fit the base-trim 2003 Acura CL (J30A1 3.0L V6). Verify your trim is the Type-S before ordering. The Type-S uses a larger J32A2 engine and a different drivetrain configuration than the base CL.
Compatible with the factory OEM Dual Mass Flywheel. Flywheel replacement is not required unless the existing flywheel shows wear beyond OEM service limits.
- The sales receipt or other evidence of the date and place of purchase.
- A description of the problem.
- Delivery of the product or the defective part, postage prepaid by buyer and carefully packed and insured, to: ACTION CLUTCH, 3912 WHITTIER BLVD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90023