How to Install a Manual Boost Controller?

Installing a manual boost controller will all depend on the type and configuration of your turbo system. Below are the three most common ways of installing a Turbosmart Manual (Gated) Boost Controller.

Internal Wastegate Setup

Allow the engine to cool down before installing your boost controller.
Locate the pressure source port and the wastegate actuator port on the turbocharger assembly.
Remove the factory boost control solenoid if fitted from the boost pressure supply port while leaving the solenoid connected to the ECU.
Install your boost controller in the wastegate pressure line with the wastegate arrow pointing towards the wastegate actuator.
If your wastegate actuator has additional ports, these will need to be blocked.
Secure all silicone hose ends with hose clamps.
Mount your boost controller bracket onto the vehicle, then attach the boost controller onto the bracket with the supplied screws.
Make sure the boost dial is turned completely anti-clockwise before making adjustments.

External Wastegate Setup

Allow the engine to cool down before installing your boost controller.
Locate the bottom port on the external wastegate and the pressure source port.
Install the Boost Tee in the wastegate pressure line with the wastegate arrow pointing towards the bottom port on the wastegate.
Secure all silicone hose ends with hose clamps.
Mount your boost controller bracket onto the vehicle, then attach the boost controller onto the bracket with the supplied screws.
Make sure the boost dial is turned completely anti-clockwise before making adjustments.

Parallel Twin-turbo Setup

Allow the engine to cool down before installing your boost controller.
Locate the wastegate actuator ports on both turbochargers and a pressure source port.
Remove the factory boost control solenoid if fitted from the boost pressure supply line.
Install your boost controller in the wastegate pressure line with the wastegate arrow pointing towards the wastegate actuators.
Be sure to keep the hoses joining the wastegate actuators at equal lengths.
Secure all silicone hose ends with hose clamps.
Mount your boost controller bracket onto the vehicle, then attach the boost controller onto the bracket with the supplied screws.
Make sure the boost dial is turned completely anti-clockwise before making adjustments.

Have more Questions about Turbosmart Products?

Here is a handy self-help guide to helping you with your Turbosmart install and answers to some of the most frequently asked questions we get here. Turbosmart recommends that you get your products fitted and tuned by a qualified technician. If you choose to install the product yourself, ensure you have all the necessary tools and technical knowledge required to perform this task.

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