Main Faults of the Turbocharger and Their Repair Methods

Although almost all manufacturers of automotive parts today claim high performance and a service life of turbochargers up to 10 years, in fact, replacement or repair may be needed much earlier. Wear resistance can decrease at any moment, and the reasons for the turbocharger failure can be completely different. If there are any relatively noticeable deviations in the normal operation of the turbocharger, it is necessary to immediately seek help from a service station in Dubai. 

Signs that the turbocharger has stopped functioning properly and needs repair include:

- a significant decrease in the power of the mechanism, accompanied by a feeling of lack of thrust;
- the appearance of gray or even blue smoke from the exhaust pipe during each acceleration of the vehicle;
- unusual sounds during the operation of the gasoline or diesel engine: grinding, creaking, humming, etc.;
- a rapid increase in oil consumption;
- air and oil pressure readings drop to zero.

Upon detection of any of these signs, specialists at the Dubai service station recommend sending the vehicle for diagnosis and turbocharger repair.

Why Do Turbochargers Fail?

Most often, the reasons for malfunction include:

- the ingress of foreign objects into the turbocharger impeller;
- oil starvation of the turbocharger, where a lack of oil leads to dry rotation of the shaft and its failure;
- natural wear and aging of the turbocharger, with an average lifespan of about 250-350 thousand km, even with proper use;
- the entry of abrasive particles into the turbocharger lubrication system;
- improper operation of the fuel system, incorrect fuel mixture ratio;
- leaks in the boost system or untimely replacement of the air-oil filter.

Regular maintenance, timely filter replacements, and proper operation of the fuel system will help extend the life of the automotive turbocharger. In Dubai, PRO.CTO service station emphasizes the importance of timely detection of violations in vehicle operation and addressing these issues. Repairing the turbocharger is a cost-effective solution when its operational period has not yet expired, but its working performance has significantly decreased. Buying a new turbocharger is significantly more expensive.

How Do PRO.CTO Specialists Repair Turbochargers?

The specialists at PRO.CTO perform the following tasks when undertaking repairs:

1. Turbocharger Diagnosis. Before starting, a diagnosis is always performed using special equipment.
2. Turbocharger Removal. If a malfunction is detected, removal is carried out.
3. Disassembly and Scrapping. After removal, specialists disassemble and sort worn parts of the turbocharger to determine the exact repair cost.
4. Turbocharger Repair. This is carried out individually by the technician, depending on the malfunctions.
5. Assembly and Testing. After replacing parts and balancing, the turbocharger is assembled and tested on a stand to check for oil leaks.
6. Installation. After the repair work is completed, the turbocharger is installed back on the vehicle.