Does Subaru need turbo timer?

Posted on by Dominique Stacey

Does Subaru need turbo timer?

turbo timers are not needed until you upgrade to a ballbearing turbo and run hi psi. your turbo is self-oiled and will be just fine. don’t waste your money, also a turbo timer will void any warranty you have.

Can you turbo a WRX STI?

The Subaru WRX STi is a fantastic package with solid Brembo brakes, a high-performance suspension, and around 300 turbocharged horsepower being put to the ground with pure all-wheel-drive traction. To raise the excitement level, you can just dive right into adding horsepower.

Is the STI turbo charged?

The Subaru WRX features a turbocharged, direct-injection 2.0L 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER® that balances potent performance with optimal fuel efficiency. The Subaru WRX STI benefits from a turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER®, which creates raw power fused with complete poise, on the road and on the track.

How do I know if my turbo is bad on my WRX?

Turbo Failure Symptoms

  1. POWER LOSS. If you notice that your car isn’t accelerating as powerfully as it used to, or is slow to react to your input, this might be a sign that your turbo is failing.
  2. WHINING ENGINE.
  3. EXHAUST SMOKE.
  4. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT.
  5. OIL/LUBRICATION.
  6. DAMAGED SEALS.
  7. FOREIGN OBJECTS/DEPOSITS.
  8. WEAR & TEAR.

How do you use a turbo timer?

How to set the turbo timer:

  1. Before shutting off and exiting the vehicle you must set the emergency/parking brake.
  2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
  3. The engine will continue to run for the pre-specified period of time.

How much HP can an STI make?

Today’s WRX STI uses the venerable EJ25 turbocharged 2.5-liter and makes 310 hp and 290 lb-ft in standard trim.

Is a turbo timer worth it?

It all depends on your car and how you drive it. But if you’re one of the many who simply use their car to get to work and back, you don’t need a turbo timer. Most regular drivers will never drive their cars hard enough to require such a device. Especially when they talk about carbon deposits and a failed turbocharger.