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IHI Corporation

VF48

IHI Corporation VF48 — Subaru Impreza WRX STI (2.5L) - OEM turbocharger 2008-2019.

Components & Design

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Technical Data

power hp 300
compressor wheel inlet mm 48.3
compressor wheel outlet mm 62
turbine wheel inlet mm 53
turbine wheel outlet mm 48
bearing type Journal bearing
cooling type Oil and water cooled
max power hp 380

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Common failures & inspection points

Shaft radial and axial play inspection (target: radial <0.5-1.0mm, axial <0.025-0.085mm) - spin shaft to assess side-to-side and in-and-out movement for bearing

Shaft radial and axial play inspection (target: radial <0.5-1.0mm, axial <0.025-0.085mm) - spin shaft to assess side-to-side and in-and-out movement for bearing wear

Compressor and turbine wheel blade condition inspection - check for chips, bending, rubbing marks, or scraping damage using flashlight illumination

Compressor and turbine wheel blade condition inspection - check for chips, bending, rubbing marks, or scraping damage using flashlight illumination

Oil supply line inspection - verify absence of kinks, restrictions, leaks, and proper flow to turbo bearings (critical at 150,000+ RPM and 450F operating temps)

Oil supply line inspection - verify absence of kinks, restrictions, leaks, and proper flow to turbo bearings (critical at 150,000+ RPM and 450F operating temps)

Oil drain line clearance verification - confirm no clogs or flow restrictions that cause carbon deposits and bearing starvation failures

Oil drain line clearance verification - confirm no clogs or flow restrictions that cause carbon deposits and bearing starvation failures

Wastegate diaphragm and valve function test - check for seizure, incorrect pressure settings, or failed actuation affecting boost control

Wastegate diaphragm and valve function test - check for seizure, incorrect pressure settings, or failed actuation affecting boost control

Compressor and turbine housing seals examination - inspect for oil contamination, soot buildup, broken seals, or leakage signs

Compressor and turbine housing seals examination - inspect for oil contamination, soot buildup, broken seals, or leakage signs

Maximum turbine speed and operating temperature validation - confirm operating within rated limits (typical max 150,000-180,000 rpm, max gas temp 950C)

Maximum turbine speed and operating temperature validation - confirm operating within rated limits (typical max 150,000-180,000 rpm, max gas temp 950C)

Coolant flow verification and maintenance (for oil-cooled variants) - ensure adequate circulation at recommended temperature (typically 70C) and flow rates

Coolant flow verification and maintenance (for oil-cooled variants) - ensure adequate circulation at recommended temperature (typically 70C) and flow rates

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