Can You Continue Driving with a Red-Hot Turbocharger?
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You should not continue driving if the turbocharger is red-hot. If the turbocharger has turned red, you can let the engine idle for a while to allow the turbo to cool down. During this time, you can open the engine hood to help the turbo dissipate heat more quickly. Below are some relevant details: 1. Turbocharger: A turbocharger consists of two parts: a compression turbine and an exhaust turbine. The working principle of a turbocharged engine is quite simple. When the engine reaches a certain RPM, the exhaust gases will have enough energy to spin the exhaust turbine, which in turn spins the compression turbine. This allows the compression turbine to compress air and force it into the cylinders. 2. Precautions: After driving a turbocharged car at high speeds or over long distances, you should avoid turning off the engine immediately. Instead, let the engine idle for a few minutes to help the turbo cool down.