How to Properly Maintain Your Turbo Diesel System
The turbo diesel system consists of moving parts that work under intense heat and spin at incredibly high speeds. These parts should be maintained appropriately to avoid unnecessary repairs or rebuilds.
While turbos are relatively straightforward, a replacement turbocharger can be expensive. Follow manufacturers’ motor oil and service recommendations to avoid unnecessary turbo repairs or a complete rebuild.
Top Tips for Turbo Diesel System Maintenance and Upkeep
With advances in motor oil and turbocharger housings, diesel turbo systems have become more consumer-friendly than ever. However, neglecting maintenance and care instructions could result in serious issues. Here are our tips on caring for and maintaining your turbocharger:
#1. Regular oil changes.
For best performance and longevity, change the oil at least every 8,000 km with fully synthetic oil, the correct API for your vehicle. Inspect your car regularly, check the fluids as directed, and repair parts as needed according to the manufacturer’s maintenance schedule. By keeping up with routine maintenance, you may catch problems before they escalate and keep your diesel turbo system running at peak performance.
#2. Warm up the turbo diesel system engine.
When you get behind the wheel of your vehicle first thing in the morning, keep in mind the engine needs time to warm up before you can go full throttle. For at least 10 minutes, when you first pull out of the drive, go easy on the accelerator to limit the strain and let the turbo diesel exhaust systems warm up.
#3. Do not push it.
Whether overtaking, driving up a steep hill, or just cruising, be gentle when driving aggressively—and make sure you downshift, too. While diesel turbo systems are rigorously stress-tested and built to last, pushing them to their limits will damage them and lead to early turbo repairs.
#4. Let the turbo diesel system engine cool.
Turbo diesel exhaust systems produce a lot of heat while driving. If the engine is turned off straight away, this can lead to a build-up of carbon particles. Furthermore, it may cause corrosion and premature engine wear. You should habitually let the engine run for a few minutes at idle, which allows the turbocharger to cool and prevents unnecessary damage.
#5. Resolve potential boost leaks.
Check for boost leaks in the turbocharger system; these can lower efficiency and performance. Many people experience leaks in the intake manifold gasket, hoses, and intercooler connections. So, quickly fixing leaks is essential for keeping the boost pressure right and protecting the engine from harm.
The Bottom Line
If you take the time to keep your turbo diesel system maintenance in tip-top shape, it will serve you well. For many years, you can rely on it for efficiency, performance, and dependability. Servicing will go more smoothly and quickly if you use the correct maintenance service provider.
Call the Experts
Toowoomba Superior Turbos is the premier remanufacturing facility for all turbo diesel systems and turbochargers in Queensland and Northern New South Wales. We offer our customers onsite inspections and free quotes, so give us a call today at (07) 4634 6565 to discuss how we can help you increase your vehicle engine efficiency.