Remove, Inspect / Flush / Replace Oil Cooler & Lines.Remove Oil Pan, Clean Sludge and Flush, Inspect Main and Rod Bearings for Signs of Wear, Replace if Nessecary.Flush Oil System, Inc: AVCS, Oil Feed, Oil Drain, Oil Cooler, Oil Filter, Oil Pan, Etc.Check list for installation of new VF40 / VF46 / VF52 Turbo or CHRA:.
- Engine/Turbo Intake Debris: Broken engine components (pistons, rings, valves), nuts, bolts, dirt, foreign material can damage compressor and turbine wheels, cause turbo failure this is called FOD (Foreign Object Damage).
- Improper Oil Drain: Oil return line is kinked, clogged, or restricted and not allowing oil to return to the motor from the turbo.
- Even when new turbo and filters are installed, limited oil pressure is still an issue
- Underperforming Oil Pump: The pump is overworked as it tries to pump oil through the clogged filters.
- Internal Engine Bearing Failure: Metal/debris shavings contaminates oil and causes scoring of turbo bearings/internal turbo components.
- Kinks in the feed line can restrict oil flow
- Restricted Oil Feed Lines/Filters: Starves turbo for oil, prevents proper turbo bearing lubrication.
- **If you purchase any VF40, VF46 or VF52 and do not purchase the Oil Line Kit at the same time or follow the procedures below your VF40 / VF46 / VF52 will have NO WARRANTY.** If you've blown your OEM turbocharger, this turbo will get you back in the game.
It is an OEM turbocharger so all stock oil and water lines bolt up with no modification.
offers a direct replacement for your Legacy GT/Outback XT. Don't pay the over-blown price for a replacement at the dealership. The IHI VF46 turbocharger is the perfect replacement for your blown stock Subaru Legacy/Outback turbocharger. IHI VF46 Remanufactured Turbocharger for 2007-2009 Subaru Legacy GT, 2007-2009 Subaru Outback XT