How do I know if my Subaru turbo is bad?
There are a number of signs you can look out for to tell if your turbocharger has blown:
- POWER LOSS.
- WHINING ENGINE.
- EXHAUST SMOKE.
- CHECK ENGINE LIGHT.
- OIL/LUBRICATION.
- DAMAGED SEALS.
- FOREIGN OBJECTS/DEPOSITS.
- WEAR & TEAR.
What Subaru engines are turbo?
The newly-remodeled Outback and Legacy get the new Ascent-sourced 2.4-liter turbocharged engine, and Crosstrek and Impreza are reported to get a new 1.5-liter DIT turbocharged powerplant soon. The next-generation WRX, STI and BRZ are likely getting the new FA24 2.4-liter direct-injection Boxer engine.
What happens when turbo fails?
Usually when a turbo fails the pieces go into the intercooler along with a good amount of engine lube oil. If you do not shut it down quickly, smaller pieces get into the engine, again with engine oil. The engine can actually run on this spilled oil and “run away.”
What is the difference between a Subaru Impreza and a WRX STI?
The Subaru Impreza WRX has an STI version that was created to provide a sporty alternative to the WRX. Although there are quite a number of differences between the WRX and the STI, let’s look at the most important. Despite having the same 2.5L engine, the STI is capable of producing a lot more power than the WRX.
How fast is the Subaru Impreza?
The Subaru Impreza WRX STI Hatchback has a stock top speed of 259 km/h (161 mph) which is average for Class B cars.
What is a “Impreza Outback Sport”?
The impreza, outback sport edition, was a trim of the Impreza with some clading to make it look more rugged. It was the model that eventually morphed into the Crosstrek. Instead of the Crosstrek being an offroad trim of the Impreza it is now a seperate model. It’s an Impreza. Commonly referred to as an OBS.