Mr2 sw20 turbo 1990

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Mr2 sw20 turbo 1990

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So i bought an mr2 sw20 turbo manual as they are fun and it was cheap ,i have replaced the blown turbo and it would only boost to 4k before i get fuel cut and the engine light comes on .Flash codes tell me that its the boost pressure signal , so how do i get around this. Do i need a new sensor or new wastegate actuator ? Help please ??? :( :shock: :shock: will post pics when i figure out how

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Re: Mr2 sw20 turbo 1990

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I'd first check how much boost the engine is running before you do anything else. Then check the waste gate for correct operation.

Are there any modifications done to the engine?
More information on the engine would help.
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Re: Mr2 sw20 turbo 1990

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Possible over boost
Several things can cause fuel cut
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and or get some one up your way to have a look .
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Re: Mr2 sw20 turbo 1990

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Engine is completely stock just a replacement secondhand ct26 turbo

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Re: Mr2 sw20 turbo 1990

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Isaachsaw wrote:will post pics when i figure out how
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Re: Mr2 sw20 turbo 1990

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It's overboosting if you are getting code 34.

Check vacuum lines are correct and present. Check what boost pressure you are getting. Then check operation of waste gate actuator.

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Re: Mr2 sw20 turbo 1990

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It must be the actuator time for a new one cheers for the help

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Re: Mr2 sw20 turbo 1990

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Another thing that could cause overboost is cracked or split vacuum hoses. Leaking hoses that are connected to the wastegate actuator will cause an increase in boost pressure. A faulty wastegate would cause a fuel cut earlier than 4k rpms, typically a second or two after the turbo is spooled up. 4th or 5th gear at 100km/h is a good way to test this.
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Re: Mr2 sw20 turbo 1990

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All hoses seemed to be in decent condition but i will double check all when i get round to it cheers

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