Could really use some advice and guidance if possible. My Td5 recently had issues with the turbo (worn end float) and exhaust outlet manifold (warped). I replaced both, using a reconditioned Garrett Turbo from a well know remanufacturer. The turbo sounds loud when I drive, whistling / whining but the car runs and drives ok. I recently towed a caravan down to Dorset for the weekend and had quite a few problems. The engine has a viscous fan but I kept hearing what sounded like the fan kicking in and running for a few minutes before shutting off. This kept repeating every ten minutes whilst on the motorway and the turbo sounded like it was struggling. I was doing approximately 60mph steady. Off the motorway the fan never kicked in. I have towed with this vehicle for a number of years and never had an issue until now. I don’t have air con so it’s not the pump. Also I replaced the auxiliary drive belt and two pulleys a couple of months ago. I am being advised that the belt looks worn and cracked already. Would greatly appreciate any inspiration here as I am due to go up to the Lakes soon with said caravan. The vehicle has done 130k. Thanks in advance.
Many thanks. I will check all the hoses and clips. Fingers crossed it’s that easy to fix. Cheers.
Discodevon
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Check you’re downpipe also, the flexi one which comes off the manifold
ChrisBduck
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Get some one to stick their hand over the tailpipe (when it's not too hot), for a couple of seconds while you check the exhaust for leaks. They'll be easier to hear/spot with the blowback caused. Start up at the exhaust manifold and work back to flexi and so on.
I had an electrical module that kept kicking in and sounded like an electric fan from inside the cab.
I had an electrical module that kept kicking in and sounded like an electric fan from inside the cab.
