The duct work from the air cleaner should be free of holes
The duct work connections should be tight to prevent leaks
Warm up the engine for two to five minutes prior to throttling up
Let engine idle for approximately 2 minutes prior to engine shut down
Installation Checklist
Pre-installation
Service air cleaners and eliminate all restrictions and leaks.
BEFORE installing this turbocharger inspect and remove all foreign material from air inlet ducting and intake and exhaust manifolds.
Replace all oil pressure and drain lines which are kinked, broken or heat worn. On all automotive turbochargers, the oil inlet line/tube must be replaced. Change engine oil filters if contaminated.
Replace all contaminated crankcase and compressor filters.
Installation
Mount turbocharger and exhaust manifold using new gasket and anti-seize compound on studs and bolts.
Inspect exhaust system. Remove any restrictions which might cause excessive back pressure before connecting to turbocharger.
Attach oil inlet line to turbocharger.
Align bearing housing drain hole to not more than 30° from vertical center position.
Tighten clamps, capscrews or nuts to recommended specifications.
Connect air pipage system to turbocharger.
Pre-lubrication
BEFORE ATTACHING oil drain line to turbocharger CRANK ENGINE until oil flows from oil drain hole in bearing housing. DO NOT START ENGINE.
Attach oil drain line to turbocharger.
Operation
Idle engine for 5 minutes. DO NOT REV. Check all systems for oil, air or exhaust leaks.
Always have operator IDLE ENGINE for 3 MINUTES PRIOR TO SHUTDOWN for longer turbocharger life.