hdi turbo change?

[dirtyboost89]

I fear my hdi's blower may be on its way out as its drinking abit of oil :-( its looks very tricky to change the turbo, could anyone please help

[Toms306]

Its a pain in the arse on these!

Access is the issue so either remove engine mounts or drop subframe. Or if you've other jobs to do (clutch?) just pull the engine out whole.

[Poodle]

Subframe off would be my choice, but as Tom says, if you've got other jobs to do it's probably easier to take the whole lump out.

[dirtyboost89]

Am i right in thinking if i remove my top engine mount i will be able to pull my engine forward to gain some access down the back of the engine?

[shervo]

Pretty sure you will also have to undo the rear engine mount (stabiliser) to allow it to swing forward.

[Poodle]

Yeah, it will, don't take the lower mount off at the same time though, else it'll all come crashing out lol. Personally i'd use a jack to support it while you remove the top mount, then you can lower it gently while keeping an eye on stuff that may try and mate with your radiator.

[shervo]

Yeah, it will, don't take the lower mount off at the same time though, else it'll all come crashing out lol. Personally i'd use a jack to support it while you remove the top mount, then you can lower it gently while keeping an eye on stuff that may try and mate with your radiator.

I assumed he would know to support the engine before doing so haha.

[HDi--Power]

No need to remove the subframe or the top engine mount. Remove the bottom mount, driveshaft and bracket and its very doable