Tech Tips - Turbocharger Install Checklist
Complete the Following Checklist
When Installing a New/Rebuilt Turbocharger
Check the operation of the engine to ensure it meets manufacturer’s specifications.
Replace oil supply line in all gasoline
applications, and/or if its reuse is questionable.
Do not use a thread sealer (silicone) on any oil
line as this is know to cause oil flow restrictions.
Check oil drain for restrictions effecting flow such as
kinked or deteriorated rubber sections and sharp bends.
Check for contamination and obstructions such as kinked,
worn, and plugged oil lines and oil passages. If applicable, check
inter or after cooler for the same. Remove and thoroughly clean the
inter or after cooler.
Replace air filter element. Check for flow restrictions
in both intake and exhaust.
Inspect for and remove all foreign objects from the
intake air tract, and secure all hoses.
Replace oil and oil filter. Replace any crankcase
breather elements.
For waste gated
turbochargers verify that the actuator retaining clip is secure.
Verify oil drain direction is vertical.
Verify tightness of all clamps and bolts, secure lock
tabs if applicable.
Before starting engine, disable either fuel or ignition
system to allow engine to be cranked without starting. This
serves to pre-lube the turbocharger and is very important. Failure to
do this will result in premature turbocharger failure! Engine must
be cranked until normal oil pressure is achieved. Once oil pressure
is achieved, then you may start the engine. Repeat this pre-lube
procedure after all oil
changes.
Going, going, gone ... our extra
test benches have all been sold! We still have some
special tools and adaptors available at final reduced prices. See the details
here.
Product/Service Spotlight
Looking for Sprinter common rail parts? We have high
pressure pumps and injectors in stock for most models!
Part numbers include:
0-445-110-106
0-445-110-163
We can also test your units to verify that this is what you
need.
We have Dodge, Cummins 5.9/6.7 and Duramax high pressure pumps, and
common rail injectors in
stock! All years, all models!
Complete Duramax application information is located
here!
Dodge / Cummins 5.9 application information is located
here!
We have the parts and
equipment to service dual spring injectors such as used by VW TDI
and Landrover. Most TDI injectors are available from
stock!
High performance TDI injectors available. Click
here for details!
Click
here to see why setting both springs on these injectors is
important.
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News
We have available from stock most VP44 electronic pumps for Dodge & Cummins
mid-range
applications.
See our online catalog for
further details.
New Products
Available Now!
Custom designed add on filter kits for both Dodge and Duramax applications. The factory filters on these
applications are lacking at best, and this is both the best and
easiest way to avoid costly injection system repairs.
See our online catalog for
further details.
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