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Oil

All cars have a reservoir of oil to cool and lubricate the moving parts of their engine and transmission. It is always important to check the car's manual to find out the type recommended for that model. For example, high-performance cars may need more expensive lubricants than a standard family car.

See also Synthetic Oil.

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