- 10/28/2024
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Turbocharger
A turbo is a system that compresses air and introduces it into the engine so that the air-fuel mixture becomes rich in oxygen, and this will increase the power of the engine due to the more efficient explosion that will occur inside the engine due to this extra air.
The turbo system works by entering the exhaust gases that result from the combustion process that flow into it at a high speed, and as a result of this speed, the blades or fan that is inside the turbo will work at a high speed, and it is connected to another turbo fan on the opposite side of the turbo.
The other fan works to pull clean air and introduce it into the turbo, then it works to compress it greatly in preparation for pumping it into the engine, but at high pressure, the air temperature will rise, so you will find cars with a turbo equipped with its own air or water cooling system to cool the air before it enters the engine to increase combustion efficiency.
Turbocharged cars are characterized by stronger performance than non-turbocharged cars of the same class with the same engine and specifications, and turbochargers improve fuel consumption because the engine is more comfortable than a normal engine.
Like other car systems, the turbo can be subjected to major malfunctions that lead to damage and possibly damage to some parts of the engine, as it is a system that contains blades that rotate at a tremendous speed and are exposed to high pressure and high heat, so you must be aware of it and its accompanying malfunctions to avoid costly later issues.
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What are the signs of turbo damage?
There are signs that appear when there is something wrong with the turbo system or when it is damaged, which are as follows:
Check engine light
One of the most important signs of damage to the turbo system in many cars is the appearance of an orange-colored engine check mark inside the dashboard, and here you must examine the car through a special inspection device that is connected to the computer to determine the malfunction and find out where the defect is located, and remember that the engine check mark indicates many issues in the car, so be sure to inspect the car before you make any repairs or modifications to the turbo or engine.
Noticeable increase in fuel consumption
Turbo failure will lead to a noticeable increase in fuel consumption, as the performance of the turbo is linked to the performance of the engine, and when the turbo is damaged, weakened, or any other issues, this will affect the work of the engine and its performance will weaken and you will notice that it consumes more fuel than usual.
Read more: Sounds that indicate issues in your car
Poor engine performance
One of the most common and most obvious signs of turbo failure is poor acceleration or throttle response, which means a general lack of performance, and if you notice that your car's engine takes longer to reach high speeds or the acceleration is not the same as before when you press the gas pedal, there is a high chance that the turbo has started to fail and is about to be completely damaged.
Loud noises when starting the engine
Another sign that something is wrong with your car's turbo is loud or strange noises coming from under the hood when you start it, if you hear any rattling, whistling, or hissing sounds coming from the engine compartment when you first start it, there is a possibility that there is an issue with the turbo.
Thick smoke coming out of the exhaust
If you notice thick smoke coming out of the exhaust outlet at the back of the car, especially when accelerating or at high speeds when driving aggressively, there is a possibility that there is damage to the turbo in your car or that it is about to fail completely, and the smoke caused by the turbo usually indicates a major issue with it and should be checked and resolved as soon as possible.
