2006 Vauxhall Vectra possible turbo?

Car: Vauxhall Vectra
Year: 2006
Variant: 1.9 Derv Manual
Categories: Engine & Drivetrain
I am helping a friend to sort out a problem with all the breather pipes after the Turbo (Air Intake) are getting Oily & Sticky, Is this a sign that the Turbo is giving up??
Posted: May 23, 2013 (10 years ago)
Not neccessary so , a little oil in the intake is not abnormal .This explains quite well .

http://www.turbotechnics.com/turbo/tips.htm
Posted May 23, 2013 (10 years ago)
Thank you for your advice, The car is running well so we will leave well alone, Regards Dancer 19.
Posted May 24, 2013 (10 years ago)
Glad to help .Wont go wrong if you keep an eye on it now and then but if no other symptons , " If it ain't broke, don't fix it." seems good advice .All the best .
Posted May 24, 2013 (10 years ago)

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