Description
Owners of 2006–2009 Pontiac Solstice / 2007 Saturn Sky looking to refresh or upgrade the clutch system can use the EXEDY Performance Clutch Kit – 2006–2009 Pontiac Solstice / 2007 Saturn Sky as a fitment-focused option developed around enthusiast street, autocross, HPDE, and modified performance builds.
Why EXEDY
Founded in Japan in 1923, EXEDY built its reputation as Daikin Clutch before becoming one of the best-known global names in clutch and driveline engineering. Its background spans OEM supply and purpose-built performance hardware, giving the brand unusual depth from factory-style service parts to multi-plate racing systems.
Driveline Role
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 1 Organic | 04802 | Ultra-Fiber organic, sprung center. Smoothest performance option; typically closest to stock. | Application-specific; higher than OE | Street, canyon, autocross and light track use on mildly modified engines |
| Stage 2 Cerametallic – Thick Disc | 04951 | Thick cerametallic disc. Aggressive, with added thermal mass. | Application-specific | Hard street/track use where repeated heat cycles and torque capacity take priority |
How to Choose
For 2006–2009 Pontiac Solstice / 2007 Saturn Sky, start with Stage 1 when street manners and modulation are the priority; step to Stage 2 when torque output, repeated heat, launches, or track use demand more bite. Where thick, thin, or cushion-button Stage 2 discs are offered, choose thick for broader thermal durability, thin for lower rotating inertia/quick shifts, and cushion-button for a more progressive compromise.
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: 2006–2009 Pontiac Solstice / 2007 Saturn Sky
- EXEDY SKUs: 04802, 04951
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.