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Turbocharger: Testing and Inspection




TURBOCHARGER INSPECTION [L3 WITH TC]

Compressor Wheel Inspection

1. Remove the turbocharger. Service and Repair

2. Visually inspect the compressor wheel from view A for the cracks, damage, or bending on all the compressor wheel blades.






- If there are any cracks or damage, replace the turbocharger. Service and Repair
NOTE:
- If there is contact between the compressor wheel and compressor housing, there may be cracks, damage, or bending on the blade end area.
- If there are cracks, damage, or bending on the compressor wheel, verify the following after replacing the turbocharger.

- Intake air/exhaust system related components
- Oil outlet pipe and oil inlet pipe damage

Turbine wheel inspection

1. Remove the turbocharger. Service and Repair

2. Visually inspect the turbine wheel from view B for the cracks, damage, or bending on all the turbine wheel blades.






- If there are cracks, damage, or bending on the turbine wheel, replace the turbocharger. Service and Repair
NOTE:
- If there is contact between the turbine wheel and turbine housing, there may be cracks, damage, or bending on the blade end area.
- If there are cracks, damage, or bending on the turbine wheel, verify the following after replacing the turbocharger.

- Intake air/exhaust system related components
- Oil outlet pipe and oil inlet pipe damage