Theres a whistling noise comeing from the engine.

Tiny
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Theres a whistling noise comeing from the engine on acceleration 2ltr diesel ive been told it could be the turbo the car has been idle for 5 mths
Sunday, January 13th, 2013 AT 1:23 PM

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Tiny
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Turbo spool / whistle can be normal. If excessive, remove turbo inlet hose / fitting and check shaft play or signs of compressor wheel wear.

Record the noise and post it here or a video on youtube.

Thomas
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Sunday, January 13th, 2013 AT 6:46 PM

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