Today we find the turbos in most cars on the market, as much on systems essences ou Diesel. Before getting started you will of course have to be sure that the problem is with the turbo in this Volkswagen 1500. But since you've come this far, that means you probably know the cause.
How to change the turbo on your Volkswagen 1500
Compared to the turbo to be positioned, the handling will be able to change very slightly. When you buy a turbo it will usually be delivered with an instruction manual. The best is that you follow it to the letter. However if you have not yet made the purchase, here are the steps to follow in order to replace a turbo compressor on a Volkswagen 1500. Subsequently you will know if you are able or not. Just before you start, make sure you have all of the tools required. You will have the use of your receptacle for the oil, a set of ratchets, a flat pliers, allen and flat wrenches. Typically, these turbos will come with a mounting kit that contains joints, studs and a dose oil. However, we recommend that you go to a mechanic because working with a pit is much more convenient to carry out this kind of process. And of course, the turbo happens to be a very fragile component in this Volkswagen 1500. Even though handling is not particularly complex, we nevertheless advise you to go to a specialist.
- Drain the engine block then replace your oil filter. Add a little oil, but not too much. It is an imperative manipulation!
- Remove all the caps that are around the turbo of your Volkswagen 1500.
- Check that there are no foreign bodies on the crankcases, since this is sometimes a source of malfunction.
- Remove the ducts with all the screws and then the nuts that will hold your turbo.
- Remove the existing turbo from your Volkswagen 1500.
- Install the new turbo, checking that the locations are suitable precisely
- Install the oil return pipe
- Fit all the necessary screws and nuts
- Fill the turbo with oil from your syringe
- Operate the turbine with your hands to activate the turbo.
- Connect all the connections to the turbo of your Volkswagen 1500.
- Now that when all the components are fitted, you must turn on the engine block and run it for about ten minutes.
Now that everything is installed and screwed and the engine has been running for at least 5 minutes, you will be able to drive in your Volkswagen 1500 to check that the assembly works properly. At the same time, we advise you to check the oil and water level quite often for 15 days. Leave a comment if this file was ever useful. See you soon !