Faulty Turbos – What you need to know
A turbocharger, or turbo for short, increases a cars power and performance by forcing air into the combustion chamber of a car’s engine. Yet due to many moving parts, this component commonly requires replacing, so it’s important to fix any faulty turbos early before they cause any damage to your engine.
Signs of a Faulty Turbo
The biggest sign of a faulty turbo is a decrease in power, especially when accelerating.
Further to this, you may notice unusual noises, and the engine check light will most likely be illuminated.
Causes
In the case of this Mercedes, the turbo became faulty as the vehicle had traveled many kilometers. Other casues of a faulty turbo can include problems with the engine oil or objects entering the turbocharger.
The Fix
Our expert technicians here at Auto Studio were able to replace the turbo and ensure that no damage was caused to the car’s engine.
New turbo on the Mercedes ML-Class
