Now we find these turbos in most vehicles of the last 20 years, as many on systems essences ou Diesel. Before getting started, it is obviously necessary to be certain that the problem comes from the turbo of your Seat 124. But if you are on this page, it is that you certainly know the reason.
How to change the turbo on your Seat 124
Depending on the turbo to be presented, processes may vary slightly. When you get a turbocharger it will usually come with a note of achievement. The best thing to do is therefore to follow it to the letter. However if you have not bought the product, you will find below the main lines to replace a turbo on this Seat 124. So you will understand what capacities are necessary. Just before you start, make sure you have all of the tools required. You are going to need a receptacle for engine oil, a set of ratchet wrenches, flat pliers, allen and flat wrenches. Usually, turbochargers are found to be delivered with their mounting kit which includes joints, studs but also a dose oil. We still recommend that you go to a pro simply because tinkering from a pit is much more convenient for these procedures. Furthermore, the turbocharger happens to be a really delicate element on this Seat 124. Taking into account that the operation is not downright complex, we nevertheless advise you to go to a garage.
- Drain the engine block then replace this oil filter. Add a little oil, without putting too much. This is a necessary step!
- Remove all the plugs found on the turbocharger of the famous Seat 124.
- Watch that we do not find any desirable non-elements in the casings, since this is undoubtedly a source of problem.
- Remove the conduits and of course all the screws but also the nuts which will hold this turbocharger.
- Remove the turbocharger in place in the Seat 124.
- Reassemble the famous turbocharger, checking that the seals stick completely
- Replace the oil return pipe
- Mount the screws and nuts you removed
- Fill the turbocharger with oil from your syringe
- Start the turbine with your hands to turn the turbocharger.
- Reconnect all the elements to the Seat 124 turbocharger.
- Now that when the parts are in place, you will be able to turn on the engine block and run it for ten minutes.
Now that everything is in place but also that the car has been running for at least 5 minutes, it is possible to take a ride behind the wheel of the Seat 124 to see that everything is working properly. We also recommend that you check the oil and water level fairly frequently in the coming days. Leave a comment if our tutorial served you. Good road !