Volvo Penta — Turbo-compressor, changing
Repair & overhaul
From a Volvo Penta service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
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Before you start
- Prior to changing a turbo, always find out the cause of failure and put right any faults before fitting the new unit.
Procedure
- Remove the exhaust pipe from the turbo compressor.
- Remove the bolts from the turbo oil delivery and oil return pipes.
- Remove the nuts and lift off the turbo from the exhaust manifold.
- Clean the contact surfaces of the exhaust manifold, oil delivery and oil return pipes.
- Fit a new gasket, fit the turbo in position, fit and tighten the bolts.
- Fit the turbo oil delivery pipe using a new gasket.
- Crank the engine with the starter motor until oil runs out through the turbo oil return opening.
- Fit the turbo oil return pipe with a new gasket; check for leakage and check the engine oil level.
Source: Volvo Penta service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.