Turbocharger Internal Oil Leak Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Some engine oil may be present in the turbocharger compressor inlet and in the air inlet components due to the crankcase breather system.

Check the turbocharger compressor inlet for evidence of oil. If excessive oil is present, this indicates that the failure could be in the engine or turbocharger. Refer to ENGINE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION or the following turbocharger check. If excessive oil is found in the turbocharger compressor outlet, check the Charge Air Cooler (CAC) for oil contamination. If contamination is present, flush the CAC . Refer to CHARGE AIR COOLER (CAC) CLEANING - 3.5L GTDI .

Check the turbocharger turbine outlet for evidence of oil. If excess oil is present in the outlet, remove the turbocharger from the engine and examine the oil supply and return passages in the turbocharger and engine block for restriction. If no restriction is found, install a new turbocharger.