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Comment remplacer le turbo sur sa Toyota Rav 4 ?
A faulty turbo under the hood of your car can cause a lot of engine damage. This is one of the most important auto parts of your Rav4 . It is therefore preferable to be diligent in order to change it. Follow our advice to be able to change the turbo of your Rav4.
What is a turbocharger and how does it work?
The engine is the heart of the car. The component responsible for its proper functioning, in this case the turbo, is therefore very important for your car. This spare part is made up of a turbine and a compressor and has the function of rejecting the compressed air from the cooling system into the combustion chamber .
As soon as the compression is carried out , the performance of the engine is pleasantly affected . For example, there is an acceleration of the internal combustion of the engine accompanied by an optimization of fuel consumption and an improvement in its speed functions.
Tips for changing the turbo of your Rav4
Keeping your turbocharger in good condition is therefore an excellent way to compensate for the loss of power and thus promote the proper functioning of the engine. As it is difficult to guarantee against wear, here is a detailed guide to quickly replace your faulty turbo .
Identify problems
Think of this step as a preliminary . It consists in detecting the problems at the root of the malfunction of the turbo . Without rigorous identification of faults that could damage the turbo, the installation of a new part will not solve the problems of fuel supply to the engine . Frequent causes of a faulty turbo are :fouling and sloppy lubrication . At the same time , a failure of one of the auto parts can affect the condition of your turbocharger.
Oil pipes and engine oil
Before you install the new turbo under the hood of your Rav4, you must first replace the engine oil by draining it and all the filtration associated with it . The oil supply pipe or oil inlet pipe must also be replaced with a new one. As for the new hose, make sure it has no kinks let alone blockages.
The new oil that is supposed to power the new turbo must be free of impurities . Then, remove the filters and hoses from the oil pan to clean them with a good cleaner . A total replacement of these automotive parts will be considered if the manufacturer's manual clearly specifies it.
Engine cleaning
To clean the engine of your Rav4 , run it with the starter without starting it . Continue cleaning to allow 25 cl of oil to be pumped out of the turbo oil feed line . All impurities in your engine will thus be removed .
Remove the old turbo
Start disassembling the old turbo . You must first disconnect the exhaust turbo by removing the bolts that hold it and remove the air intake . Then you need to remove the bolts that hold the exhaust manifold and the turbo.
Install a new turbo
Do a quick check of the new turbo compared to the old one . This trick is valid for all car parts . Check the location of the mountings of the new turbo . You usually have the choice between original parts and used parts . _ You can therefore choose to equip your Rav4 with a reconditioned turbostandard change or a new turbo.
Anyway , to buy top quality auto spare parts for gasoline engine or diesel engine , you must trust a reliable spare parts store . This must have a wide range of original quality turbos produced by major brands.
Having found your new turbo , repeat the previous steps in the reverse order . At first , connect the bolts to the exhaust manifold , then screw in the charge air inlet, and finally reconnect the pipe to the bottom .
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Using a priming syringe , fill the lubricating hole in the center body of the turbo with engine oil . The next step is to connect the oil pipe to the turbo of your Rav4 . Take the necessary precautions to ensure that the blanking plug is removed and that oil has drained from the turbo bearing housing on start - up .
Final checks
The new turbocharger is finally installed . However, to be reassured of the work done, make sure that there are no oil leaks or exhaust gas leaks . These checks can be carried out by a mechanic during a technical inspection .
How to properly maintain your Toyota RAV 4 turbo?
The pillars of good turbo maintenance revolve around the choice of engine oil and a few good habits . Obviously , beyond the regular oil change , you must opt ??for a super quality oil . Also, it is generally necessary , before stopping completely , to let your turbo cool down after a journey .
Finally, get into the habit of checking the operating condition of the important parts and accessories of your car , namely : the filters ( cabin filter , air filter, particle filter , oil filter, fuel filter ), rims, belts, brake pads, injection pump, ignition coil , gearbox , lambda probe, etc. Also ask about the condition of the tyre , theclutch and handbrake .
Why buy a Toyota Rav 4 turbo at Mister Turbo?
At Mister-Turbo , we practice standard exchange. That is to say, we receive your used turbo and we recondition it to new condition by changing the used parts . This allows you to make a gesture for the planet because the turbo is recycled but also it allows you to pay less since the turbo is not new . In the story everyone is happy . In addition , you benefit froma 2-year guarantee if you ever detect a problem with the part . A priming syringe is also provided . No need to get it elsewhere.
