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Turbochargers made simple: how to spot a problem and how to make your turbo last longer.
Signs of turbocharger failure: what to look out for
Smoke, whistling, loss of power, oil consumption and boost codes — how to tell your turbo has a problem and why you shouldn't put off a diagnostic.
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Why turbochargers fail: oil, dirt, heat
The three main causes of turbo failure — lubrication problems, dirt and foreign objects, and overheating. How to avoid them.
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Repair or replace your turbo — which makes more sense?
When it pays to repair a turbo, when to replace the cartridge, and when it's better to buy a new one or go for an exchange. A simple comparison.
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How to make your turbo last longer: simple rules
Oil, filters, warm-up and cool-down, paying attention to symptoms — simple habits that help your turbocharger last longer.
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What is turbo variable geometry and why does it need setting up?
How variable geometry turbochargers (VGT/VNT) work, why they get carboned up, which fault codes this causes and why they must be set to factory specs.
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