Why is there oil in my turbo pipes?
Oil leaks can be caused by a variety of factors, the main factor being incorrect pressure within the compressor and turbine housings. Oil leaks can cause catastrophic damage to the bearing systems and occur within seconds of the turbocharger commencing operation.
What does a turbo oil feed line do?
The turbo oil drain is a pipe that connects your turbo chargers oil gallery to the engine, this drains the oil away from the bearings inside the turbo charger. The pipe is connected typically to the sump or the lower portion of the engine block.
Do you have to change oil when replacing turbo?
Before you install the replacement turbocharger, the first job is to change the oil and associated filtration systems. Then replace the oil filter and replace the engine oil. It is important to have new, clean oil as impurities in older oil could play havoc with your new turbocharger’s bearings.
Is it bad to have oil in your intercooler?
Accumulation of oil in the intercooler isn’t a good sign, especially in an air-to-air intercooler. It shows there’s a fault with your turbocharger, which you need to address immediately. Ignoring this will hinder the performance of your engine and also the intercooler.
How long does it take to change a turbocharger?
Somewhere between 2 hours on something really simple like an 80’s Turbo Dodge or early 90’s VW TDI to 6-8 hours on the new twin turbo BMW’s for a replacement. Installation of an aftermarket turbo kit can take up to 12 hours or more if you’re a slow worker.
Why does my oil keep running low?
The most common cause of this problem is worn internal engine components. The engine’s valve seals could be leaking oil into the engine. You can try using oil additives designed to slow engine oil consumption to help with this problem, or you can use a thicker oil in the engine.