{"product_id":"stellar-automotive-group-u440e-aw80-40le-c1-balance-retainer-fits-toyota-scion-04-up","title":"U440E AW80-40LE C1 Balance Retainer fits Toyota Scion 04-Up","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eU440E\/U441E (AW80-40LE\/AW81-40LE) C1 Clutch Balance Retainer – Compatible for Toyota, Scion \u0026amp; Chevrolet 2004-Up\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eKill takeoff shudder and harsh forward engagement with this professional-grade bonded C1 balance retainer from Stellar Automotive Group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe C1 (forward clutch) balance retainer sits inside the clutch drum and cancels pressure spikes during engagement. When the factory rubber separates or the retainer collapses, drivers feel violent shudder on launch, delayed or banging shifts, and accelerated clutch wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis direct drop-in bonded retainer features superior rubber-to-steel bonding and exact OE dimensions. It restores perfect hydraulic damping, eliminates customer complaints, and ensures silky-smooth launches on every U440E\/U441E and AW80-40LE rebuild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits popular compact models (2004 and newer) including:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n \t\u003cli\u003eToyota Corolla, Matrix, Yaris, Vios, Avanza\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli\u003eScion xA, xB | Pontiac Vibe | Chevrolet Prism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy pro rebuilders never skip this part:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n \t\u003cli\u003eEnds the #1 complaint (shudder on takeoff)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli\u003ePrevents forward clutch damage and come-backs\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli\u003eStronger, more reliable than most original retainers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e All parts are distributed, not designed or manufactured, by Stellar Automotive Group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDon’t deliver a U440E with shudder – add the Stellar Automotive Group C1 Balance Retainer to your rebuild today!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trans Parts Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52425241657525,"sku":"128862 PAFT","price":38.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/3872\/0181\/files\/128862-PAFT-scaled.jpg?v=1786618611","url":"https:\/\/transpartsdirect.com\/products\/stellar-automotive-group-u440e-aw80-40le-c1-balance-retainer-fits-toyota-scion-04-up","provider":"Trans Parts Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}