Turbocharger Technology Continues to Improve
With the ability to increase fuel economy by up to 20% on gas vehicles and up to 40% on diesel vehicles, manufacturers have resorted to turbochargers to compensate for lowered engine displacement. Additionally, the improvements on turbocharging technology have increased the number of turbocharged vehicles on American roads. Some turbocharger manufacturers have even projected the number of turbocharged vehicles in the U.S. to quadruple in the next five years.
Tech Tip: Turbocharger Installation Tips and Hints
Ninety percent of all turbocharger failures are caused by preventable problems or adverse operating conditions. Because of the close tolerances and clearances of these units, and the high speeds at which they operate, it is imperative that they are installed correctly and maintained properly.
Tech Feature: Boosting Profits Through Turbocharger Services
A turbo’s basic purpose is to boost power, so when an otherwise healthy engine suddenly becomes anemic, it often (but not always) means turbo trouble.
Tech Feature: Boosting Performance – Nitrous, Superchargers and Turbochargers
Today’s new cars offer so much performance directly from the factory that there’s no reason anyone could need any more, right?
Tech Tip: Subaru Turbocharger Oil Supply Mesh Screen
Turbocharged engines require proper maintenance especially when the vehicle is used under severe driving conditions such as moderate-to-hard acceleration and engine braking on a somewhat regular basis. In any case, it’s recommended that the engine oil and filter be changed every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 3-3/4 months.
Saab Tech Tip: Rattling from Turbocharger
On certain Saab 9-5 models with B205E and B235E engines, the clip holding the turbocharger pushrod to the arm on the wastegate valve can come loose. If the clip comes off, the pushrod can slide off the pin on the wastegate valve arm. As a result, boost pressure control will not function and the valve disc will cause a rattling from the turbocharger.
What Caused The Turbo To Fail?
Up to 50% of turbocharger failures are due to oiling problems.
Supercharger Pros And Cons
Customers generally look to superchargers for the instant throttle response, not fuel economy.
Diagnosing Intercooler Boost Trouble Code P0299
The criteria for setting the code is very basic.
Inspection Tips For Chain-Driven Water Pumps
If one water pump fails sooner and is replaced without an investigation, the new pump is likely doomed.
