| Turbo
Care |
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Caring
for your turbo is important and can often significantly extend
its life expectancy. Below are a number of tips that we recommend.
| Idle
Before Turning Engine Off |
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Idleing
the engine for 30 seconds at the end of the journey allows
the wheels within the turbo to slow down and oil to return
to the engine. Although compressor speed will still be considerable
the effects of switching an engine off whilst at much higher
compressor speeds will risk seizure and excessive carbon deposits
within the turbo unit which will build up more rapidly over
time.
| Never
Run Engine Without Air Filter |
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Do
not run your engine without the air filter. Particles can easily
enter the air intake and quickly damage the sensitive compressor
vanes on the turbocharger.
| Replace
The Oil Filter Regularly |
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Replacing
the oil filter will ensure that carbon particulates are reduced
to a minimum and lessen carbon build up in the turbo unit.
| Gradual
Engine Start |
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When
starting the engine, allow a few moments for the oil pressure
to build up. The oil feed to the turbo is driven by the engine
and the turbo itself can often be drained of oil, especially
after standing for a long period. This is more important after
first installing a turbo unit.
| Regular
Maintenance |
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Make
checking your turbo a part of your regular maintenance schedule.
Check the hoses, gaskets and connections for signs of failure.
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