Expert: Sean Halliday - 9/10/2007

Question
My 1997 Nissan Maxima's clutch just died, 130000 miles.  I am a DIY person but thus far the most I've done with an auto is a brake job and oil changes, etc.  I have access to a full garage with tools.  Should I attempt this effort on my own?  If so are there other parts to replace along with the disk?  Pitfalls to avoid?  
thanks

Answer
The clutch comes in a kit.Throw out bearing,disc,pressure plate.Pilot bearing.Easy enough for me but if you have never did one then you may want to have the Chiltons manual or Haynes which will take you through it step by step.If you have all the tools its not a problem.Easy with a hoist and jacks etc...pit falls?.Replace the drive seals as you need to remove the drive shafts from the transmission.With 130 000 miles its time they were done anyway.Inspect the motor mounts and all parts as you remove them.If you get stuck,let me know.