The turbocharger of a 2018 Audi A3 turbo was faced with a faulty actuator, allowing exhaust gases to escape prematurely. Discover how the SureTrack community helped a fellow member fix the wastegate actuator of the turbocharger to ensure the speed of the turbine and the compressor are accurately controlled. This post provides a detailed account of the diagnostic steps taken, with the use of a scan tool, to quickly find a resolution.
Overview of the diagnostic process with attention to how real-world information can increase a technician’s efficiency as well as give the technician more confidence when building a diagnostic strategy.
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