DQ381 7-Speed | MK8 Golf R / Audi S3 8Y - DSG Clutchpacks including fitment. - Ecotune

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This genuine Volkswagen Group dual-clutch pack repair kit is a direct OEM replacement for vehicles equipped with the DQ381 7-speed wet-clutch DSG transmission. It has been specifically developed to resolve a well-documented issue affecting drivability, gear shift smoothness, and long-term reliability in many modern VAG Group vehicles.

Common symptoms such as gear hesitation, slippage, and abrupt gear changes are frequently caused by internal clutch wear. This repair kit is designed to restore the DSG transmission to factory performance levels and is suitable for both standard and performance-modified applications.

Vehicle Compatibility

This kit is engineered for VAG models fitted with the DQ381 gearbox, including (but not limited to):

Volkswagen Golf MK8 R / GTI Clubsport (2020+)
Audi S3 8Y (2021+)
Audi Q2 / Q3 (2020+)
SEAT Leon Cupra (KJ Chassis)
Cupra Formentor
Škoda Octavia vRS (2020+)

Unsure if this part is correct for your vehicle? Send us your vehicle registration or VIN, and our team will confirm compatibility.

Kit Contents

The repair kit includes the following OEM components required for a full dual-clutch replacement:

Dual Clutch Assembly
Clutch Cover Assembly
Circlip Set

OEM Reference: 0GC 398 029 K
Replaces: 0GC 398 029 C, 0GC 398 029 E

All components are brand new, factory-sealed, and sourced directly from Volkswagen Group.

Common Symptoms of Clutch Wear or Failure

If you are experiencing any of the following, your vehicle may require a clutch pack replacement:

Delay in gear engagement or slow take-off
Slipping under throttle load
Rough or inconsistent gear changes
Illuminated DSG transmission fault warning
Overheating or abnormal transmission behaviour during spirited driving

Early intervention is recommended to prevent further internal damage to the gearbox.

Supplied & Fitted Service – Performed In-House by Ecotune

We offer a complete in-house installation service for customers seeking a professional, turnkey solution. Our technicians are trained in VAG Group DSG systems and use only approved tooling and diagnostic equipment.

The full installation package includes:

OEM DSG clutch kit (0GC 398 029 K)
Gearbox removal and reinstallation with associated nuts and bolts
Replacement of DSG transmission fluid (OEM specification)
Clutch re-adaptation using ODIS diagnostic software
Final road test and quality assurance checks

Service Duration: Approximately 1.5 working days

Pricing

Service Option	Price (Inc. VAT)
Supply Only (OEM Kit)	£1,180
Supplied & Fitted (All-Inclusive)	£2,350

All prices include VAT. Installation is by appointment only and subject to parts availability.

Why Choose Ecotune?

VAG Transmission Specialists with extensive DSG experience
Fully Equipped Workshop with dealer-grade diagnostics
OEM Parts Only – No aftermarket substitutions
Transparent Pricing with no hidden costs without confirmation
Reputation for Quality and Reliability across the UK and Europe

How to Proceed

For Supply Only orders, please call us on 0141 882 4669
To book a Supplied & Fitted service, purchase this item and our staff will contact you to arrange a booking.

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Returns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).

You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).

If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.

Shipping
We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.

When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.

Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.

Ecotune do not assume responsibility for the use of this part on public roads in the UK or abroad where emissions controls have been removed. It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure compliance with the rules and laws of the area of use. We would like to advise that it is illegal to remove any emission control devices or increase the exhaust noise limit on vehicles permitted to drive on public roads in the UK and most other countries around the world. Please check the rules and laws relating to this in your country. Any parts supplied or work carried out by Ecotune are strictly for off-road use and may fail an MOT test. This means that we cannot accept any responsibility for vehicles being driven on public roads where removal of emission control devices is prohibited. If you carry out this work at our premises, we would not be able to road test afterwards..