You have just replaced a mechanically operated unit injector on a two-stroke cycle auxiliary diesel engine's #1 cylinder on your river push boat. You are using an injector timing tool to set the injector follower height. To do this you must ensure that the fuel cam follower is riding on the fuel cam base circle. Which of the following statements represents the best assurance that the crankshaft is properly positioned?

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The crankshaft should be barred in the direction of rotation until the #1 cylinder's exhaust valves are fully opened.

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The crankshaft should be barred in the direction of rotation until the #1 cylinder's intake valves are fully closed.

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The crankshaft should be barred in the direction of rotation until the #1 cylinder's exhaust valves are fully closed.

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The crankshaft should be barred in the direction of rotation until the #1 cylinder's intake valves are fully opened.