The wastegate controls how much boost the turbocharger can produce by limiting the speed that the turbine wheel is allowed to spin. The actuator opens a valve (wastegate) and allows exhaust gasses to bypass the wheel, limiting boost to a preset level. Many earlier turbocharged BMWs use a vacuum-controlled actuator assembly, while later model F chassis and newer vehicles use an electronic wastegate actuator.
The wastegate actuator releases excess boost pressure. A failed unit may result in a boost leak, reduced performance, and, ultimately, turbocharger failure. If your wastegate actuator has failed, replace it with this OEM part from ECS Tuning to restore performance and prolong engine life.
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