lubrication
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Powertrain Naturally aspirated liquid-cooled 90-degree V4 engine, 1,158-cc displacement, counter-rotating crankshaft, semi dry sump lubrication; six-speed manual transmission with straight-cut gears and multi-plate clutch, with slipper action on overrun; chain drive.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 29, 2026
However, during engine operation, moving parts such as pistons require constant lubrication, making it unavoidable that small amounts of engine oil enter the combustion chamber.
From Science Daily ● May 13, 2026
But that inward gaze is less of a consideration than lubrication on the mechanics of getting Carol from Point A, i.e.
From Salon ● Sep. 29, 2024
The mucus primarily used for lubrication has more collagen, making it stiffer; the mucus used for adhesion has more calcium, making it stickier.
From National Geographic ● Jan. 8, 2024
There was a smell of lubrication and lathed brass.
From "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury
