TM 5-3810-307-24-2-2
Turbocharger - Cleaning and
Inspection for Reuse (10-01)
Remove all carbon deposits and gasket material from
surfaces (1), (2), and (3).
WARNING
When using a steam cleaner, wear protective
clothing and safety glasses or a face shield.
Hot steam will cause serious personal injury.
CAUTION
Tape or plug all openings to prevent solvent
or steam from damaging the oil cavities in the
turbocharger.
Use solvent or steam to clean the exterior of the turbo-
charger. Dry with compressed air.
Inspection
Visually inspect the housings for damage.
Visually inspect the turbine wheel and compressor im-
peller (1) for fretting, cracked or broken vanes.
Turn the impeller in the direction shown with arrow (2),
to inspect the turbine shaft for freedom of rotation. The
shaft must rotate freely.
Replace damaged parts.
Measure the turbocharger shaft end clearance with the
Part No. ST-537 Dial Depth Gauge.
Push the rotor assembly away from the gauge. Set the
gauge on zero.
Push the rotor assembly toward the gauge and record
the data.
End Play
mm
in
0.03
MIN
[0.001]
0.08
MAX
[0.003]