How to Properly Use a Turbocharged Engine?
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After starting the engine, do not drive off immediately, and especially avoid slamming the accelerator. This is because the turbocharger relies on engine oil for lubrication, and when the car is started cold, the oil's fluidity is poor, leading to increased wear. Therefore, it's necessary to let the engine idle for a while before driving. More details are as follows: 1. A turbocharged engine is essentially an air compressor that increases the engine's air intake by compressing air. 2. A turbocharged engine can increase output power without changing the working state, and under the same displacement, its efficiency is higher than that of a naturally aspirated engine. 3. The speed of the exhaust gases from the engine and the turbocharger's rotation speed increase simultaneously, causing the impeller to compress more air into the engine's cylinders. This results in higher air pressure and density within the cylinders, allowing more fuel to be burned and thus increasing the engine's speed.
Using a turbocharged engine requires good habits. As someone who commutes frequently, I always let the car warm up for a minute or two before driving off to avoid excessive turbo pressure damaging the engine. When driving, apply the throttle smoothly, avoid sudden acceleration or braking, and keep the RPM between 1,500 and 3,000 for optimal performance. After high-speed driving, don’t turn off the engine immediately—let it idle for a few minutes to allow the turbo to cool and prevent carbon buildup. For fuel efficiency, use cruise control whenever possible and avoid city traffic congestion, as turbocharging helps improve engine efficiency. Regular maintenance is crucial—use synthetic oil during oil changes to keep the oil passages clean and ensure turbo durability. I’ve followed these tips for years, and my engine still runs like new.
