Turbo whine

2004 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER

110,500 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • TURBO • 2WD • AUTOMATIC

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my car runs and made it through a recent inspection. There is a loud whine coming from turbo during acceleration. Is there anything I can do to fix this or do I need to replace the turbo? Is there an affordable option for replacement?

Apr 8, 2018 at 8:24 PM

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Hello,

Yes, this is a sign the turbo has gone out check eBay for a replacement.

Here is how the turbo works:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-turbo-chargers-work

Here is how you replace it. Check out the diagrams (below).

Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem.

Cheers, Ken

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Apr 10, 2018 at 1:14 PM