How to Determine if a Turbocharger is Good or Bad?

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StAdalynn
07/28/25 2:22pm
Accelerate rapidly to above 1750 RPM. If you can hear the exhaust valve scream, the turbocharger is functioning normally. According to the car's odometer, if there are abnormal noises inside, the turbo may be damaged. Use a pressure gauge to measure. The normal intake pressure should be 0.2-0.3 MPa. If the reading is outside this range, the turbo may be damaged.
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