Turbo inlet oil mesh screen - replacement interval?

[zumbooruk]

The FL5 Civic Type R turbocharger includes a dedicated turbo inlet oil screen, a fine mesh filter in the oil supply line to protect the turbo journal bearings from debris, where even small contaminants can cause rapid wear.

The turbocharger oil inlet filter assembly (part number 15533-59B-003) serves as a critical yet often overlooked component in the lubrication circuit of the K20C1

I could not find any guidelines for routine replacement or servicing for this "critical yet often overlooked component" (it is a combo crash ring with the screen so it has to be replaced)


BTW, I found out about this since a friend found out about Ford turbos where the mesh screen has to be replaced every 30K miles or else risk damage to the turbo. so I looked it up...

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[AspecR]

I've got a simple solution, buy an upgraded turbo every 30k miles

 

[Evox787]

You’re probably right—I don’t really know. I currently own a notorious 2.7 EcoBoost on an Edge ST, which now has 99,000 miles. I’ve been religiously changing the oil every 5,000 miles for the past three oil changes. I’ve been using Valvoline Restore & Protect because I first tried it on my 2006 car with 180,000 miles. I don’t drive that car often, but I wanted to test the oil out and see how it performed.

Now, I also use the same oil on my FL5. My Ford has mostly been driven at constant speeds on Texas highways, averaging 75 to 85 mph since I bought it. A few times, I’ve stepped on it to really feel the engine’s power—it’s a surprisingly quick car! It’s also been on trips to neighboring states, and not once have the turbos failed.

So, you’re probably right that certain parts may eventually need replacing, but I’ve never had an issue with mine. I really believe that consistent maintenance is the key. If you don’t stay on top of it, that’s when you start hearing all those stories about how this car is “bad” or “unreliable.”

 

[zumbooruk]

I've got a simple solution, buy an upgraded turbo every 30k miles

The thought did cross my mind…

If/when the turbo fails it will be a great excuse to get the Kuro or MHI.

Yet a new turbo is a bit more expensive than replacing the screen.

While researching I stumbled on this Turbosmart upgraded 44 micron filter that can be cleaned (as opposed to the OEM which is part of a crush ring and needs to be replaced)

https://www.turbosmart.com/product/turbocharger-direct-mount-oil-filter-44um-banjo-an-4/

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