Turbocharger Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 GMC Sierra and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the turbocharger oil supply line to the engine block.
- Install the turbocharger oil supply line eye bolt and washers.
Tighten: Tighten the turbocharger oil supply line eye bolt to 26 N.m (19 lb ft).
- Install the turbocharger lower heat shield to the engine block.
- Install the turbocharger assembly with the oil return pipe.
- Install the turbocharger mounting bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the turbocharger mounting bolts to 108 N.m (80 lb ft).
- Install the turbocharger cooling outlet hose and tighten hose clamp.
- Install the cooling outlet hose eye bolts.
- Install the oil supply line eye bolt and washers to the turbocharger.
Lubricate the washers with diesel fuel before installing.
Tighten: Tighten the oil supply hose eye bolt to 26 N.m (19 lb ft).
- Install the turbocharger heat shield.
- Install the turbocharger upper heat shield bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the turbocharger upper heat shield bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
NOTE:
Do not twist the turbocharger oil feed pipe. Twisting of the feed pipe will result in the collapse and deformation of the plastic pipe, restricting oil flow and causing turbocharger damage. During turbocharger replacement, gently push the oil feed pipe towards the front of the engine to clear the turbocharger. Assistance may be required to keep the pipes clear of the turbocharger during removal or installation.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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IMPORTANT:
Lubricate the washers with diesel fuel before installing.
IMPORTANT:
Use care not to damage this hose during the procedure.
IMPORTANT:
If the cooling outlet hose eye bolts were removed, install the longer bolt (1) with two holes, in the top location. Install the shorter bolt (2) in the lower location.
NOTE:
Do not twist the turbocharger oil feed pipe. Twisting of the feed pipe will result in the collapse and deformation of the plastic pipe, restricting oil flow and causing turbocharger damage. During turbocharger replacement, gently push the oil feed pipe towards the front of the engine to clear the turbocharger. Assistance may be required to keep the pipes clear of the turbocharger during removal or installation.