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Which outcome occurs when a diesel engine turbocharger lacks adequate lubrication at high RPM?

A)Compressor surge due to impeller friction
B)Increased NOx emissions from lean burn
C)Shaft seizure leading to turbine failure
D)Fuel injector fouling from lubricant backflow

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When turbocharger lubrication fails at high RPM, frictional heat rapidly increases leading to thermal expansion until seizure, because the oil film normally prevents metal-on-metal contact. Therefore shaft seizure and turbine failure result, rather than surge, increased emissions, or fuel fouling, which depend on different factors.

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