Change Car Turbo Renault Laguna

Change Car Turbo

Very technical 5h00–15h00 ~500–1500£
Estimated time 5h00–15h00
Estimated labour cost ~500–1500£
Difficulty Very technical
Vehicles
Laguna I 1994-2001 2
  • 1.8 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4P-760 (A7))
  • 2.2 DT Diesel (G8T-760 (V7))
Laguna II 2001-2008 25
  • 1.8 16V 120, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4P-770 (C7))
  • 1.9 dCi 110 Diesel (F9Q-674 (D6))
  • 1.9 dCi 110 Diesel (F9Q-752 (N7))
  • 1.9 dCi 110 Diesel (F9Q-754 (T7))
  • 1.9 dCi 110 FAP Diesel (F9Q-758 (17))
  • 1.9 dCi 115 FAP Diesel (F9Q-759 (27))
  • 1.9 dCi 120 Diesel (F9Q-674 (D6))
  • 1.9 dCi 120 Diesel (F9Q-750 (C7))
  • 1.9 dCi 130 FAP Diesel (F9Q-758 (17))
  • 1.9 dCi 130 FAP Diesel (F9Q-759 (27))
  • 1.9 dCi 95 Diesel (F9Q-664 (E6))
  • 2.0 16V 165 Turbo Petrol (F4R-765 (R7))
  • 2.0 16V 165 Turbo, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4R-764 (Q7))
  • 2.0 16V 170 Turbo, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4R-786 (87))
  • 2.0 16V 170 Turbo, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4R-787 (97))
  • 2.0 dCi 150 Diesel (M9R-740 (A7))
  • 2.0 dCi 150 FAP Diesel (M9R-760 (C7))
  • 2.0 dCi 175 FAP Diesel (M9R-760 (C7))
  • 2.2 dCi 16V 140 FAP Diesel (G9T-600 (A6))
  • 2.2 dCi 16V 140 FAP Diesel (G9T-605 (D6))
  • 2.2 dCi 16V 150 Diesel (G9T-700)
  • 2.2 dCi 16V 150 Diesel (G9T-702 (D7))
  • 2.2 dCi 16V 150 Diesel (G9T-703 (E7))
  • 2.2 dCi 16V 150 Diesel (G9T-707 (E7))
  • GT 2.0 16V 205 Turbo, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4R-784 (G7))
Laguna III 2007-2015 23
  • 1.5 dCi 110 FAP Diesel (K9K-780 (37))
  • 1.5 dCi 110 FAP Diesel (K9K-782 (57))
  • 1.5 dCi 110 FAP Diesel (K9K-846 (R8/T8))
  • 2.0 16V 170 Turbo Petrol (F4R-813 (J8))
  • 2.0 16V Turbo 170, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4R-811 (J8))
  • 2.0 dCi 130 Diesel (M9R-742 (G7))
  • 2.0 dCi 130 Diesel (M9R-803 (68))
  • 2.0 dCi 130 FAP Diesel (M9R-744 (N7))
  • 2.0 dCi 130 FAP Diesel (M9R-802 (A8))
  • 2.0 dCi 130 FAP Diesel (M9R-858 (P8))
  • 2.0 dCi 150 FAP Diesel (M9R-742 (G7))
  • 2.0 dCi 150 FAP Diesel (M9R-744 (N7))
  • 2.0 dCi 150 FAP Diesel (M9R-802 (A8))
  • 2.0 dCi 150 FAP Diesel (M9R-805 (J8))
  • 2.0 dCi 150 FAP Diesel (M9R-814 (P8))
  • 2.0 dCi 175 Diesel (M9R-857)
  • 2.0 dCi 175 FAP Diesel (M9R-800 (F8))
  • 2.0 dCi 175 FAP Diesel (M9R-806 (N8))
  • 2.0 dCi 175 FAP Diesel (M9R-815 (R8))
  • 3.0 dCi 235 V6 FAP Diesel (V9X-891 (A8))
  • GT 2.0 16V 205 Turbo, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4R-800 (K8))
  • GT 2.0 dCi 180 FAP Diesel (M9R-816 (L8))
  • GT 2.0 dCi 180 FAP Diesel (M9R-820 (U8))
Renew the turbocharger 14h00
Renew the turbocharger Manual transmission 11h00
Renew the turbocharger Automatic transmission 9h00

What is the role of the Renault Laguna turbo?

The turbocharger increases engine power by compressing the intake air, allowing more air (and therefore more fuel) into the combustion chambers. It is driven by exhaust gases spinning a turbine at speeds up to 250,000 rpm. The compressed intake air passes through an intercooler to reduce its temperature before entering the engine.

What are the symptoms of a failing Renault Laguna turbo?

Common symptoms include: loss of engine power or boost, excessive exhaust smoke (blue/white for oil burning, black for over-fuelling), whining or whistling noise from the turbo area, engine warning light or turbo fault codes, oil leaks at the turbo housing, increased oil consumption.

What causes Renault Laguna turbo failure?

The main causes are: oil starvation (blocked or restricted oil feed lines, low oil level, poor oil quality), foreign object ingestion, excessive exhaust temperature, worn bearings due to high mileage, and contaminated oil. Always investigate and fix the root cause before fitting a replacement turbo.

Can a Renault Laguna turbo be reconditioned?

Yes, turbo reconditioning is a common and cost-effective alternative to buying new. A reputable service will disassemble, inspect, replace worn parts, rebalance, and test the unit. Expect to pay 30–60% of the new price.

Is it difficult to change a Renault Laguna turbo?

Difficulty level 5/5: very technical. The turbo is connected to both the intake and exhaust systems, requiring numerous disassembly steps. Approximately 5 hours on average for a professional mechanic. Key precautions after fitting: change the engine oil and filter, prime the turbo with oil before starting, allow the turbo to cool down after hard driving by idling for 30 seconds before switching off.

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3 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Laguna I 1994-2001 1994-2001 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-720 (F7)), 1.8 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4P-760 (A7)), 1.8 LPG LPG,Petrol (F3P-670), 1.8 Petrol (F3P-674 (B6)), 1.8 Petrol (F3P-678), 1.8 Petrol (F3P-724), 1.8, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F3P-720 (B6)), 2.0 16V Petrol (N7Q-700), 2.0 16V Petrol (N7Q-704 (D7)), 2.… Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Laguna II 2001-2008 2001-2008 1.6 16V 110 Petrol (K4M-711 (E7)), 1.6 16V 110, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-710 (D7)), 1.6 16V 110, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-714 (D7)), 1.6 16V 110, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-716 (57)), 1.8 16V 115, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4P-771 (D7)), 1.8 16V 115, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4P-775 (D7)), 1.8 16V 120, -LPG L… Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Laguna III 2007-2015 2007-2015 1.5 dCi 110 FAP Diesel (K9K-780 (37)), 1.5 dCi 110 FAP Diesel (K9K-782 (57)), 1.5 dCi 110 FAP Diesel (K9K-846 (R8/T8)), 1.6 16V 110, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-824 (F8)), 2.0 16V 140, -LPG Bioethanol (E85),LPG,Petrol (M4R-726 (D7)), 2.0 16V 140, -LPG LPG,Petrol (M4R-704 (C7)), 2.0 16V… Bioethanol (E85), Diesel, LPG, Petrol

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