A variety of “Turbo” models are mushrooming, although the technology has been relatively mature, but for most of the owners concerned, but still only stay in enjoyment, do not understand that it also needs to be more carefully maintained. For turbocharged models, the…
ECMOVO Turbo Actuator

ECMOVO turbo electric actuators are designed to fully meet the OE specification and are built in accordance with European Standards. The ECMOVO turbo electric actuator provides customized design solutions which allows the valve to meet customers’ particular requirements for turbocharger repair and remanufacture. ECMOVO actuators have the comparable…
Turbo Troubleshooting Guide

The most common symptoms related to lack of turbocharger performance are lack of engine power, excessive exhaust smoke from excessive oil consumption, and (if applicable) the ingestion of coolant from a water-cooled bearing housing. When dealing with a lack of…
How to Reduce Turbo Lag

Turbo lag can make even the highest performing turbocharged engine feel sluggish and unresponsive. This is because larger turbos take longer to spool, thus creating a time gap between when you hit the throttle and when your engine generates full…
6 Tips To Protect Your Car’s Turbo

A few decades ago, any car with the word ‘TURBO’ emblazoned upon its rump signified something rather special. The eclectic mix of performance and prestige translated into instant envy, especially within the cut-and-thrust world of a typical 1980’s corporate car…
An Overview On Turbo Actuator

What is a turbo actuator? A turbo actuator is a valve that diverts exhaust gases away from the turbine wheel – helping to control the speed of the turbine and prevent it from over-speeding, and in turn, regulating the speed…
How A Turbo Wastegate Works

Let’s begin by describing what a turbo wastegate is. A wastegate is essentially a device that bypasses some exhaust flow around the turbine section of a turbocharger to control maximum boost. A wastegate is usually controlled by a pressure actuator…
Turbo Actuator Damage

Faulty or damaged actuators are the cause of many of the turbo problems, but they can be easy to overlook. The turbo actuator acts as a pressure relief valve, which ultimately controls the boost output of a turbocharger. It works…
How to test and replace a turbo actuator

Items Needed Screwdriver Optionally, VCDS (VAG-COM or VAG-COM Diagnostic System), VAG-COM cable, and computer Testing a Turbo Actuator You can suspect that you need to test your turbocharger actuator if your turbocharger starts to behave differently. If your turbocharger starts kicking in…