How should you warm up a diesel engine that has not been run for some time?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — Idle for a brief period of time and then warm up at half speed.

Idling a cold diesel briefly establishes oil pressure across all galleries, followed by a moderate half-speed warm-up period. This controlled process minimizes thermal shock, prevents uneven metal expansion, and ensures proper clearances before applying full operational loads.

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