Inspection and Verification
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NOTE:
This part provides mechanical diagnosis of the turbocharger assembly. If there is a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated, or DTCs are present, these should be diagnosed prior to performing turbocharger mechanical diagnosis. Refer to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE ENGINES
article or INTRODUCTION - 6.4L DIESEL ENGINES
article.
- Verify the customer concern.
- Inspect the entire turbocharger system for obvious signs of damage or other mechanical concerns, using the following chart.VISUAL INSPECTION CHART
Mechanical - Damaged intake hoses
- Loose hose clamps
- Damaged turbocharger
- Restricted intake or exhaust
- Damaged charge air cooler (CAC)
- Damaged/plugged or disconnected manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor
- Exhaust leaks
- Air leaks
- Turbocharger actuator linkage
- Inspect oil (dirty, incorrect level or diluted)
- Oil seal leaks
- If the concern(s) remains after the inspection, go to Symptom Chart .
- If a driveability condition still exists, refer to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE ENGINES article or INTRODUCTION - 6.4L DIESEL ENGINES article.