How do you know when your turbo is going out?
If you notice that your car isn’t accelerating as powerfully as it used to, or is slow to react to your input, this might be a sign that your turbo is failing. Similarly, a turbocharged car that struggles to maintain high speeds or isn’t able to reach speeds it once could may be experiencing turbo failure.
What happens when your turbo goes out?
Usually when a turbo fails the pieces go into the intercooler along with a good amount of engine lube oil. The engine can actually run on this spilled oil and “run away.” If you have a failure, remove the intercooler and ALL intake system tubes; this includes the airbox, filter housing and associated tubes.
When does the engine hesitate on a Volvo S40?
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When was the Volvo S40 homologated for racing?
A limited edition ‘Xi’ trim level was also offered for a short run on Phase 1 and Phase 1.5 cars, often painted yellow with black bezel headlamps. The Volvo S40 was the first car to earn a four star Euro-NCAP safety rating. The S40 was homologated for racing in the Super Touring category on 1 January 1997.
What kind of engine does a Volvo S40 have?
Engines choices consisted of the 2.0, 2.4 and 2.5 litre petrol engines paired with either a 5 speed manual or 6 speed dual clutch gearbox. The S40 was refreshed for April 2007.
Is the Volvo S40 based on a P1 platform?
At the same time, the V40 was replaced by the estate V50, also based on the P1 platform and built in Ghent. The S40 was nominated for the World Car of the Year award for 2005, and won the Canadian Car of the Year Best New Sport Compact award for 2005.