Description
The EXEDY Performance Clutch Kit – 2005 Saab 9-2X / 2004–2006 Subaru Baja / 2004–2005 Subaru Forester + more addresses the clutch-service and performance needs of 2005 Saab 9-2X / 2004–2006 Subaru Baja / 2004–2005 Subaru Forester + more, providing an EXEDY-based path for daily-driven and enthusiast street applications that need dependable engagement and OE-correct fitment with application-specific fitment.
Why EXEDY
EXEDY's history reaches back to 1923 in Japan, with decades of clutch development under the Daikin Clutch name. The company is both a major OEM powertrain supplier and a long-established performance-clutch manufacturer, with products engineered for everything from original-power street cars to dedicated motorsports use.
What This EXEDY Product Does
EXEDY's performance single- and multi-plate systems are intended to raise torque capacity and heat tolerance while matching the engagement characteristics to the car's intended use. Stage 1 uses an organic friction strategy for the most street-friendly behavior; Stage 2 moves to cerametallic friction for harder use; Hyper systems add dedicated flywheel and multi-plate architecture for substantially higher-output builds.
Choose the least aggressive configuration that comfortably covers the engine's torque and heat load. That approach normally gives the best balance of drivability, service life, transmission friendliness, and track durability.
Available Configurations
This parent listing contains multiple EXEDY configurations for the same application family. The differences below are functional and should be selected around torque demand, heat load, and acceptable engagement behavior.
| Configuration | EXEDY Part Number | Construction / Character | Torque Capacity | Recommended Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 2 Cerametallic (15950HDP4) | 15950HDP4 | Cerametallic performance disc. More positive/aggressive engagement. | Application-specific; higher than Stage 1 in many applications | Track-biased street cars and higher-heat or higher-torque builds |
| Stage 2 Cerametallic (15950P4) | 15950P4 | Cerametallic performance disc. More positive/aggressive engagement. | Application-specific; higher than Stage 1 in many applications | Track-biased street cars and higher-heat or higher-torque builds |
| Stage 2 Cerametallic – Thick Disc (15950) | 15950 | Thick cerametallic disc. Aggressive, with added thermal mass. | Application-specific | Hard street/track use where repeated heat cycles and torque capacity take priority |
| Stage 2 Cerametallic – Thick Disc (15950HD) | 15950HD | Thick cerametallic disc. Aggressive, with added thermal mass. | Application-specific | Hard street/track use where repeated heat cycles and torque capacity take priority |
| Stage 2 Cerametallic – Thin Disc | 15900 | Thin cerametallic disc. Fast response; aggressive engagement. | Application-specific | Competition-oriented use where reduced disc inertia and quicker shifts are desirable |
How to Choose
The variants offered for 2005 Saab 9-2X / 2004–2006 Subaru Baja / 2004–2005 Subaru Forester + more are not cosmetic choices: each changes friction behavior, thermal capability, clamp-load strategy, or plate count. Match the selection to actual engine torque, tire grip, vehicle weight, launch frequency, and street-versus-track duty rather than simply choosing the most aggressive option.
Technical Overview
- Clamp Load: Stage 1/2 covers are designed around roughly 40% higher clamping load than the genuine part
- Pedal Effort: Typical Stage 1/2 increase is approximately 20–35%, application dependent
- Flywheel Compatibility: Stage 1/2 generally use the OEM flywheel unless noted; Hyper systems include/require their dedicated flywheel
- Certification: EXEDY Stage 1, Stage 2 and Lightweight Flywheel products are SFI 1.1 certified
- Vehicle Application: 2005 Saab 9-2X / 2004–2006 Subaru Baja / 2004–2005 Subaru Forester + more
- EXEDY SKUs: 15950HDP4, 15950P4, 15950, 15950HD, 15900
Application-specific construction notes: Cerametallic friction.
Fitment note: Confirm the vehicle's engine/transmission combination and the clutch or flywheel currently installed before ordering. This is especially important on cars with prior single-mass conversions, transmission swaps, or existing EXEDY Hyper hardware.