I recently got an X-Type 2.2D, for cheap because it had a "gearbox fault" and was going into limp mode. It's an automatic, and when I'd put it into gear there would be a major "clunk!" from the transmission, felt like the gearbox was going to fall out! So I had the bonnet up and when I turned on the ignition I could hear a clicking from the engine so I went and had a look, and this actuator was trying to move. I gave it a little push, helping it on its way, and it completely fixed the problem. I did do the Mr. Muscle trick a few days later as the turbo was obviously clogged up with crap. Pretty strange though, that the gearbox was making such a violent thump when the problem was the turbo actuator. But good video, just the right pace and the right amount of information.
Brilliant video, just did it myself; I removed the exhaust bolts and dropped the exhaust, sprayed Mr muscle through a pipe onto the inside of the turbo and worked back and forth, car is perfect now 👍
Mine is an earlier Euro 3 TDCi with a pneumatic actuator, so moving it is a bit of a bugger. It does seem to struggle when revved - not moving cleanly. Still, after 168k, it's bound to have a bit of crap in it. Got a 90 degree drill on order for Mr Muscle purposes...
great video tony, just checked my actuator which luckily is working fine, but keep up the good work, does this mod work on both the 115 and 130 tdci`s ? thanks jerry
Hi there, very informative video. I have a question, my turbo doesn't look like yours. My car is the 2003 Tdci 2.0 diesel and appears to have a vacuum actuator. Do you know if this fix also works on the older turbo?
sticky actuator , remove that sir clip on arm , now start pushing it forward and back , if sticking then spray wd 40 and oven cleaner all over it , the arm , keep pushing it forward back Nd spray , do it 20 30 mins , u will find it has loosened up good and proper , replace sir clip and done , thing is tho u might have to repeat it every 6 months
I had a sticky arm, I have cleaned out the turbo and the arm is nice and free. I still get the P132B error in 3rd over 3k revs. Do you think the actuator is shot?
I recently got an X-Type 2.2D, for cheap because it had a "gearbox fault" and was going into limp mode. It's an automatic, and when I'd put it into gear there would be a major "clunk!" from the transmission, felt like the gearbox was going to fall out!
So I had the bonnet up and when I turned on the ignition I could hear a clicking from the engine so I went and had a look, and this actuator was trying to move. I gave it a little push, helping it on its way, and it completely fixed the problem. I did do the Mr. Muscle trick a few days later as the turbo was obviously clogged up with crap.
Pretty strange though, that the gearbox was making such a violent thump when the problem was the turbo actuator.
But good video, just the right pace and the right amount of information.
Worked great on my Turbo wastewater vains Which we’re stuck, told needed new turbo , this cheap fix works thank you
Brilliant video, just did it myself; I removed the exhaust bolts and dropped the exhaust, sprayed Mr muscle through a pipe onto the inside of the turbo and worked back and forth, car is perfect now 👍
Best video on youtube Thanks very much Mr Bennett Much appreciated
Really useful videos these mate, down to earth. I'm off to find a right angled drill bit!
Great vid mate, v. helpful.I've watched a load of "professional" videos; none as explanatory as this.Cheers!
great tip ive got the tools to do the job the hardest parts so far is getting the bl dy straw glued to mr mustle nozzle!!!! lol!
top man. vital info on how easy it should move
Mine is an earlier Euro 3 TDCi with a pneumatic actuator, so moving it is a bit of a bugger. It does seem to struggle when revved - not moving cleanly. Still, after 168k, it's bound to have a bit of crap in it. Got a 90 degree drill on order for Mr Muscle purposes...
very much appreciated, very helpful video. thanks
You are a genius mate
Briliant! Thank you very much!
Mine is Down then when started goes up then goes back down straight away. Is something else wrong limiting the boost?
great video tony, just checked my actuator which luckily is working fine, but keep up the good work, does this mod work on both the 115 and 130 tdci`s ?
thanks
jerry
Hi, do you know is the mondeo 2ltr turbo the same engine as the focus c max. Thanks, PS great video.
Hi there Anthony this turbo is FGT or VGT? fixed geometry turbo and variable geometry turbo. I have a different model of actuator, it is circular one.
Hi mine has just seaized still on my transit mk7.
Would this be the same fix.
Thank you
Hi there, very informative video. I have a question, my turbo doesn't look like yours. My car is the 2003 Tdci 2.0 diesel and appears to have a vacuum actuator. Do you know if this fix also works on the older turbo?
its a euro 3 engine you have, it will "work" the same the only difference is the control for the arm
Hi mate, can you help me fix mine on my x type? I'm near Manchester. Happy to pay for your time
Can someone tell me what size (how long) bolt I need to use and what washer? tanks
I used 6.8mm drill m8 tap and 25 mill m8 bolt work great
sticky actuator , remove that sir clip
on arm , now start pushing it forward and back , if sticking then spray wd 40 and oven cleaner all over it , the arm , keep pushing it forward back Nd spray , do it 20 30 mins , u will find it has loosened up good and proper , replace sir clip and done , thing is tho u might have to repeat it every 6 months
+omar khan thanks mate do you spray the oven cleaner over the arm!
+jaguarxtypeandstuff yes but it will jam again , but it's momentary fix , best thing to do is follow this guy in the vid , it's a tru fix
thanks bro i am going to drill a hole in the side and do the tap thing with oven cleaner!
+jaguarxtypeandstuff best bet mate or just don't buy old fords lol
I had a sticky arm, I have cleaned out the turbo and the arm is nice and free. I still get the P132B error in 3rd over 3k revs. Do you think the actuator is shot?
Hi got a xtype with flashing glow light in limp mode, think will have ago at this the weekend
C D Nicholls hello did you done it??
my actuator is stuck how do i fix the problem
Same problem here. I made an appointment to the mechanic to take the turbo apart and clean the variable geometry.