Practice question

What is the primary function of a turbocharger when installed on a diesel engine?

  1. To lubricate the intake valves with exhaust oil vapor.
  2. To compress intake air, forcing more oxygen into the cylinders to burn more fuel and increase power.
  3. To cool down the fuel before it enters the injectors.
  4. To bypass the catalytic converter during high-speed driving.

Answer: B — To compress intake air, forcing more oxygen into the cylinders to burn more fuel and increase power.

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