How do you replace a turbocharger on a VW?

How do you replace a turbocharger on a VW?

You might be able to get a short combination wrench on it, but then you won’t have the leverage you need to break it loose. Next, remove the 17mm bolts holding the turbocharger to the exhaust manifold (26 ft-lb). These will need to be replaced when you reinstall the turbo.

Why is there oil coming out of my turbocharger?

Note the oily discharge that has been building up for some time; this can be a symptom of a problem with the turbo, but in this case it appears to be simply the accumulation of oil through the crankcase ventilation system (which is directed into the intake tract just ahead of the turbocharger) over 100,000+ miles of service.

Can a gasket be removed from a turbocharger?

With the two bolts removed, the tube can be disconnected from the turbo. You should have a small drip of oil, but not much more than that. This gasket, which sits between the oil drain tube and the turbocharger, should be replaced during the reassembly process.

Where is the Allen head on a turbocharger?

On the turbocharger side you need to remove the 6mm Allen-head bolt seen in the center of the photo (22 ft-lb). On the engine block side of the support bracket, you’ll find an 8mm Allen-head bolt.

How do you reinstall a turbo in a car?

Upon reinstallation: Make sure you’ve tightened all of the hose connections on the turbo before securing the bracket and mounting the turbo to the exhaust manifold. Fill the turbo with fresh engine oil through the oil supply connection on top of the center section. Also, top off the engine coolant with the correct mixture.

How do you remove coolant from a turbocharger?

Prepare to remove the coolant hose by moving the hose clamp from the end. Pull the rubber hose off of the pipe that protrudes from the center section of the turbocharger. A small amount of coolant will escape, but if you clamped the line properly, it won’t be much.

Where is the wastegate regulator on a VW?

The connector for the wastegate bypass regulator valve is next, but the procedure is the same, with one metal clip to release. This one is located near the wastegate, just forward of the turbo itself. Loosen the hose clamp and remove the intake tube from the front of the airbox.

Where is the support bracket on a turbocharger?

The first step is to remove the support bracket between the turbocharger and the engine block. The support is the gray metal piece extending to the bottom of the center of the photo. On the turbocharger side you need to remove the 6mm Allen-head bolt seen in the center of the photo (22 ft-lb).

How do you remove oil from a turbocharger?

It’s a good idea to remove the oil return tube completely and flush out the line using brake parts cleaner. This will remove any carbon starting to build up in the line. With the two bolts removed, the tube can be disconnected from the turbo. You should have a small drip of oil, but not much more than that.