Turbo whine

Tiny
GONZO278
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  • 2004 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER
  • 2.4L
  • 4 CYL
  • TURBO
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 110,500 MILES
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?
Sunday, April 8th, 2018 AT 8:24 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
  • MASTER CERTIFIED MECHANIC
  • 47,603 POSTS
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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Tuesday, April 10th, 2018 AT 1:14 PM

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