In a turbocharged engine, the wastegate valve controls the amount of exhaust gas that flows into the turbine wheel. The wastegate helps to regulate the speed of the turbine by pushing these gasses away from the turbocharger, which in turn boosts the pressure in the system. It also keeps the engine from being exposed to too much pressure.

Methods for Wastegate Control

There are several types of wastegate controls available for your turbocharged engine. A wastegate can be controlled manually or with the use of a computer. Let’s look at a few examples.

• Manual – This type of control contains