Turbo Resonator Problem

[KenB]

You can try to clean it, free it up, get it working, then make sure that the EGR Solenoid is working, put it back on and see if you've got a fix.

Just clean the valve/actuator mechanism end... not the electronic solenoid (except maybe the shaft coming out of it, gently).

KenB

[skihunting]

Originally Posted by KenB

You can try to clean it, free it up, get it working, then make sure that the EGR Solenoid is working, put it back on and see if you've got a fix.

Just clean the valve/actuator mechanism end... not the electronic solenoid (except maybe the shaft coming out of it, gently).

KenB

The shaft seems to come out ok, but you can see light through the exhaust port plus this thing is leaking all over the place. I think I will do the old well it needs to be replaced anyway and go from there.

[talkinghorse43]

If the motor operating the cam is OK and the linkage from there to the valve stem is intact, I see no reason to replace the valve. Just very carefully clean it with the recommended cleaner and a brush (I use an old toothbrush - I don't clean the motor operator or get it wet). While it is true that a new valve will not drip oil at first, it will eventually do so. I don't know how good you are with your hands, but I have modified the EGR valve on my '02 by drilling/tapping the existing drain hole under the linkage for 1/8" NPT and have added a nipple and a length of fuel hose (~3 ft) to direct the drip to the road. I have also sealed the plastic removable linkage cover with blue silicone gasket material and wrapped a cloth "wick" around the top of the drain hose to encourage the oil that collects in the lower endcap of the operating motor to follow the hose down to the road.

[wagonpilot]

My 2006 passenger van just had a Turbo Resonator failure at 18,800 miles. I was on vacation in California climbing the hill on I-10 west of palm springs at the windmill farm. Luckily it limped to the San Bernadino Dodge dealer where they fixed me up in about 40 minutes. They were awesome. I was lucky they were there. I will order the billet unit because I may not be so lucky next time.

[contractor]

Originally Posted by wagonpilot

My 2006 passenger van just had a Turbo Resonator failure at 18,800 miles. I was on vacation in California climbing the hill on I-10 west of palm springs at the windmill farm. Luckily it limped to the San Bernadino Dodge dealer where they fixed me up in about 40 minutes. They were awesome. I was lucky they were there. I will order the billet unit because I may not be so lucky next time.

I had to have my resonator replaced on my 06 also. I Did not buy an aluminum though.

The purpose of this resonator is to reduce noise ... can anyone in the forum comment if they've replaced the resonator with the aluminum one and if so, is there any noticeable increase in noise?Thanks.

[skihunting]

Originally Posted by talkinghorse43

Don't think it would necessarily idle rough. As far as the EGR valve, there's probably info on this site, but I know that if you go to the following site:

http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/sprintervan/

and look in "Links\DIY Help\Troubleshooting\EGR Valve Problems", you'll find out about the possible problems, where it is and what it looks like.

I just wanted to thank you for the info. Bought a new valve today for 547.88 but it fixed the problem. I could have cleaned it but now it is new and hopefully won't leak oil for a while. It is sites like this that help people keep saine with all this new technology.

[talkinghorse43]

Happy to be able to help.

[BaywoodBill]

Originally Posted by BULBASOR

hey NORT

Make sure that dealer drives the van up to 84 MPH. Also make sure you find out from them what it was that was wrong.

HEY! WHAT IS THE TOP SPEED UNDER LIMP HOME MODE? ANYONE KNOW?

We were able to get 60mph on a level road.

[BaywoodBill]

Originally Posted by contractor

The purpose of this resonator is to reduce noise ... can anyone in the forum comment if they've replaced the resonator with the aluminum one and if so, is there any noticeable increase in noise?Thanks.

Check this thread...http://sprinter-source.com/forum/sho...ht=turbo+noise

[nort]

Originally Posted by BaywoodBill

We were able to get 60mph on a level road.

Yep, me too, 60mph on level road unloaded. The dealer is putting in a new turbo on mine. Then they will have to drive it 100 miles to my house. This should give them ample time to make sure everything is running smooth.