Why Do Turbos Fail?
In the 1980s, it was not uncommon for a turbocharger on some European vehicles to last only 30,000 to 40,000 miles. The failures were almost always in the center section and caused by the lack of oil to cool and lubricate the bearings and shaft. The lack of oil was caused by carbon deposits in
MINI Turbo Service
With more than a million MINIs on the roads, a lot of opportunities exist for shops to service brakes and chassis.
Verifying Boost Pressure Diagnostics
An easy way to discover if an engine controls the boost pressure is the desired & actual data PIDs for boost on a scan tool.
Dodge®/Ram® Cummins® Turbo Diesel Engine Repair Solutions
Known for their versatility and toughness, diesel engines are the first choice for many truck owners—and among those engines, Dodge®/Ram® Cummins® turbo diesels consistently rise to the top of the pack. Since 5.9L engines produced between 1991 and 2010 provide reliability you can count on, don’t trust their repairs to anything less than top-quality service
VIDEO: Turbocharged Engines And PCV Systems
More air in the engine means more power at the crankshaft. This video is sponsored by Elring.
Engine Leak Diagnosis On Turbocharged BMW V8 Engines
Do not remove the transmission before performing this inspection.
CRP Offers Rein Turbo Oil Feed Pipes For Audi, VW
Rein Turbo Oil Feed Pipes are manufactured with premium ContiTech hoses to help prevent premature failures.
VIDEO: Turbocharger Wastegate Actuator Service
Whether it’s a diesel or gas engine, the turbocharger will have a wastegate. This video is sponsored by MAHLE.
Diagnosing Acura RDX Turbo System Problems
The 2007-2012 Acura RDX was Honda’s first production vehicle in North America with a turbocharger. The company took the proven K-series engine and lowered the compression ratio from 10:1 to 8:1, and added a turbocharger with the associated plumbing. But, it is a lot more complicated when it comes to managing the boost.
