starts but turbo wont kick in

2006 VAUXHALL ASTRA
126,000 MILES • 1.3L • 4 CYL • TURBO • MANUAL
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BEV BROWN
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Endless starting issues; starts but turbo will not kick in. I tried checking all valves and vacuum solenoid. The only way I can get it to start is by removing vacuum pipe from turbo. checked throttle body valve. also smoke when revving. done pedal test actuator sticking.
Oct 4, 2016 at 12:37 PM
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Hello Bev,

This is a classic case of the turbo being worn out. Remove the turbo to see if the impeller is loose in the housing showing you the bearings are worn out. This is a common problem.

Please let us know what you find so it will help others.

Best, Ken

Oct 7, 2016 at 12:25 PM
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