Posts Tagged: turbocharger
Turbocharger Problems? Diagnose Before You Replace
The Most Common Bad Turbocharger Causes Quick Summary: What You Need to Know About a Turbocharger A turbocharger forces more air into an engine, allowing it to burn more fuel and make more power without increasing engine size. Modern engines rely heavily on turbocharger technology. While turbochargers are generally reliable, most failures are not the fault of the unit itself. The most common bad turbocharger causes include oil starvation, oil contamination, excessive exhaust drive pressure, poor maintenance, dirty air filtration, and improper driving habits like hard acceleration when cold or … Read More
Understanding How A Turbocharger Works
How A Turbocharger Works To Increase Engine Efficiency and Power A turbocharger is a device that increases the efficiency and power output of an internal combustion engine by forcing extra air into the combustion chamber. If you own a vehicle with a turbocharged engine, it helps to understand how a turbocharger works. A turbocharger consists of two main components: a turbine and a compressor, which are connected by a common shaft. Turbine: The turbine is driven by the engine’s exhaust gases. As these hot gases pass through the turbine housing, … Read More