If saltwater leaks into and contaminates the main lubricating oil system, which of the following remedial actions should be taken?

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Seal off the leak and promptly remove and replace all contaminated oil from the system.

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Locate the leak and seal it off when time permits.

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Disengage the jacking gear and allow contaminated oil to cool to engine room temperature.

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Run the engines at idle and prevent the circulation of contaminated oil.

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