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850 Turbo - '95 - Turbo Oil Leak? 850 1995

posted by  atnich on  Thu May 11 13:26 CST 2006
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Hi All - I have an oil leak, and a mechanic recently told me that it was coming from the Turbo. He also said that the turbo unit is a closed system - meaning that I can't put additional oil in... and that the turbo would die for sure within a couple of months.

Is this true? Is there anything I can do about the leak? If the turbo dies while I am on a road trip - will I still be able to drive?

Any help is appreciated!

Adam








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    850 Turbo - '95 - Turbo Oil Leak? 850 1995

    posted by  KlausC on  Fri May 12 07:11 CST 2006
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    Your mechanic is either not a Volvo mechanic or has never taken a class on turbos and how they work. "Closed system"? Oil gets pumped in and drains out back to the engine. Not very closed in my book!
    I suggest finding a new mechanic, or changing the turbo return seal yourself.

    Klaus
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    (V♂LV♂s 1975 164, 1995 854T, 1998 V70R)








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    850 Turbo - '95 - Turbo Oil Leak? 850 1995

    posted by  MadeInJapan on  Thu May 11 15:53 CST 2006
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    probably just the turbo oil return line gasket. It's an easy DIY fix and cheap too. http://www.volvospeed.com/Repair/turborepairline.php
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    1998 S70 T5 Emarald Green Metallic, 2004 V70 2.5T Ruby Red, Previous Owner of Black '94 850 Turbo Wagon. My cars have been running so well lately they've got me worried.








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      850 Turbo - '95 - Turbo Oil Leak? 850 1995

      posted by  rancher rick on  Fri May 12 08:11 CST 2006
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      Hi,
      As Klaus said, it`s highly likely that it`s the return seal. Just did that job on my wife`s 95 850 wagon, no big deal.
      Go for it!!
      PS. I endorse the "Find a new mechanic!" suggestion. Sounds like you were getting set up for an expensive "repair".
      Rich







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