ACT HDG4 Sprung 4-Pad Race Clutch Kit | 4-Cylinder (1984-95 4Runner)
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ACT HDG4 Heavy Duty Sprung 4-Pad Clutch Kit
For 1984–1995 Toyota 4Runner 2.4L 22R / 22RE Manual Models
Overview
The ACT HDG4 Heavy Duty Sprung 4-Pad Clutch Kit combines a heavy-duty pressure plate with a sprung 4-pad ceramic race disc for significantly increased torque capacity, heat tolerance, and rapid engagement.
The sprung hub helps absorb drivetrain shock and torsional vibration while retaining the aggressive engagement characteristics of a ceramic 4-pad disc. This configuration is intended for performance, off-road, competition, and other demanding applications where increased holding capacity takes priority over factory-like clutch engagement.
This listing covers multiple application-specific configurations for naturally aspirated 2.4L 4-cylinder 4Runners. Choose the configuration by model year and drivetrain, as clutch sizing and torque capacity differ between applications.
Key Features
- Heavy Duty pressure plate designed for increased clamp load
- Sprung 4-pad ceramic clutch disc
- High-temperature ceramic friction material for increased holding capacity
- Aggressive, positive clutch engagement
- Sprung hub helps absorb drivetrain shock and torsional vibration
- Light-to-moderate pedal effort
- Pressure plate assemblies are clamp-load tested and dynamically computer balanced
- 355–365 ft-lb crank torque capacity depending on configuration
- Designed for performance, off-road, competition, and hard-use applications
Sprung 4-Pad Ceramic Design
The 4-pad ceramic disc provides faster and more aggressive engagement than a full-face organic Performance Street clutch. Ceramic friction material offers increased heat tolerance and holding capacity, making this configuration better suited to demanding use where rapid engagement and higher torque capacity are priorities.
The sprung center section provides additional drivetrain damping compared with a rigid race disc. Engagement remains considerably more aggressive than an OE-style or organic performance clutch, making the HDG4 best suited to customers who prioritize performance over factory-like smoothness.
HDG4 vs. HDSS
Choose the HDG4 when your build needs a ceramic race clutch and you accept abrupt takeup and possible gear rattle.
Choose the HDSS when smooth launches, daily driving, and progressive clutch control matter more. The HDG4’s sprung hub helps damp vibration, but it does not make the ceramic disc behave like the HDSS organic street disc.
Vehicle Fitment
- 1984–1988 Toyota 4Runner – 1st Gen – 2.4L 22R / 22RE – Non-Turbo – 4WD – Manual Transmission
- 1989 Toyota 4Runner – 1st Gen – 2.4L 22RE – 4WD – Manual Transmission
- 1990–1992 Toyota 4Runner – 2nd Gen – 2.4L 22RE – 2WD – Manual Transmission
- 1990–1992 Toyota 4Runner – 2nd Gen – 2.4L 22RE – 4WD – Manual Transmission
- 1993–1995 Toyota 4Runner – 2nd Gen – 2.4L 22RE – 2WD – Manual Transmission
- 1993–1995 Toyota 4Runner – 2nd Gen – 2.4L 22RE – 4WD – Manual Transmission
Fitment Notes
- Manual transmission applications only.
- Does not fit 22R-TE turbo applications.
- Does not fit 3.0L 3VZ-E V6 applications.
- 1989 4Runner fitment is 4WD only.
- Select the configuration using both model year and drivetrain; 2WD and 4WD applications can require different clutch configurations.
- 1993–1995 4WD models use the larger 236 mm clutch configuration.
- Aggressive engagement and increased drivetrain noise may be noticeable compared with an organic street clutch.
- Flywheel is not included.
Product Specifications
Brand: ACT – Advanced Clutch Technology
Product Type: Heavy Duty Sprung 4-Pad Race Clutch Kit
Pressure Plate Type: Heavy Duty
Clutch Disc Design: Spring-Centered 4-Pad
Disc Material: Ceramic
Pedal Effort: Light to Moderate
Engagement: Aggressive
Gear Rattle: OE to Mild
Transmission: Manual
Engine: 2.4L 4-Cylinder
Recommended Use: Performance, Off-Road & Race
Warranty: 12 Months
Available Configurations
1984–1988 | 2.4L 22R / 22RE | Non-Turbo | 4WD
- 1st Gen Toyota 4Runner application
- 224 mm sprung 4-pad ceramic clutch disc
- 355 ft-lb crank torque capacity
1989–1992 | 2.4L 22RE | 4WD
- 1989 1st Gen and 1990–1992 2nd Gen Toyota 4Runner application
- 224 mm sprung 4-pad ceramic clutch disc
- 355 ft-lb crank torque capacity
1990–1995 | 2.4L 22RE | 2WD
- 2nd Gen Toyota 4Runner application
- 224 mm sprung 4-pad ceramic clutch disc
- 355 ft-lb crank torque capacity
1993–1995 | 2.4L 22RE | 4WD
- 2nd Gen Toyota 4Runner application
- 236 mm sprung 4-pad ceramic clutch disc
- 365 ft-lb crank torque capacity
Each Configuration Includes
- Heavy Duty pressure plate
- Sprung 4-pad ceramic clutch disc
- Release bearing
- Pilot bearing
- Clutch alignment tool