Turbocharger Pressure Check
- Disconnect turbocharger pressure control hose at wastegate solenoid valve, and plug nipple. Attach pressure gauge to hose. Drive vehicle and accelerate engine, in 2nd gear, to 3500 RPM or greater. Measure turbocharger pressure when pressure gauge stabilizes. See TURBOCHARGER PRESSURE SPECIFICATIONS table.
- If pressure gauge reading is more than specified, check wastegate actuator. See WASTEGATE ACTUATOR TEST
. Replace wastegate actuator as required. If pressure gauge reading is less than specified, check for malfunctioning wastegate valve, turbocharger pressure leaks and faulty turbocharger.TURBOCHARGER PRESSURE SPECIFICATIONS
Application Pressure psi (kg/cm2 ) Eclipse A/T 5.4-10.0 (37-68) M/T 6.0-11.0 (41-78)