Engine Safety (Supplementary) USCG Question #747 (Set 9)

One remedy for a high firing pressure, in addition to a high exhaust temperature in one cylinder of a diesel engine, is to __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — adjust the fuel rack

Adjusting the fuel rack decreases the fuel volume delivered to that specific cylinder, directly lowering both the excessive firing pressure and the elevated exhaust temperature back to normal operational parameters.

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