How long do VW Turbos last?
That said, there are many turbo engines that can last long. Take, for example, the turbodiesel in the Mark IV Volkswagen Golf / Jetta (from early 2000’s). Many of them are going well past 200K miles with good maintenance.
Can you drive an Audi with a bad turbo?
Yes, you’ll still be able to drive your car if your turbocharger fails; however, engine failure won’t be far behind, so only drive on if you have to.
How long will a bad turbo last?
You can expect your turbo to last up to around 150,000 miles – or even more if it’s seldom used. Turbos force additional air into your car’s cylinders. The pressure necessary will reduce if there are cracks in the turbo. As a result, your turbo may have to work harder to deliver the required turbo boost.
What is the disadvantage of turbo engine?
Disadvantages of a Turbo Engine Well, more power means more energy output per second. This means that you have to put more energy when you use it. So you must burn more fuel. In theory, that means an engine with a turbocharger is no more fuel efficient than one without.
Should you let a turbo car warm up?
Warming up a turbocharged car would heat up the engine oil as well as other powertrain components. It was also recommended that if you just drove your turbocharged car to let it run for a minute before you shut it off. When turbos spin they get hot which can possibly overheat the oil.
Do turbos reduce engine life?
Yes turbos and/or superchargers shorten the lifespan of an engine. Actually it is the power output to displacement ratio taht is the key parameter here. The more power you draw from the negine and smaller the engine is the shorter its life.
Why do so many turbos fail in the UK?
Oil starvation, oil contamination and oil leaks, are responsible for the vast majority of turbo failures. So even if the vehicle you’re working on isn’t covered by one of BTN’s critical instructions, checking the oil supply is vital to help avoid a repeat of the turbo failure. BTN Turbo is one of the UK’s largest independent turbo distributors.
Can a lack of oil cause a turbo to fail?
A lack of oil (oil starvation), incorrect grade of oil or poor quality oil will lead to a build up of contaminants in the engine (oil contamination). This can cause abrasive damage to the inside of the turbo. It’s important that the engine oil and oil filter are both replaced at the manufacturer’s recommended intervals.
What should I do if I have a problem with my Turbo?
The customer may think there’s a problem with the turbo, but in truth the engine needs a new breather filter. BTN Turbo recommends fitting a new breather filter when you replace the turbocharger. “This is one of those odd problems; it can show up after a new turbo is fitted, but might not have been apparent before.”
When did Ford have to replace the Turbo?
There is a reason Ford has spent development resources updating the turbo for late 2012 and future engines… They do not spend $$$ just for the fun of it.