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oil pan
Too Afraid to Ask
It’s a metal box that collects oil from the engine so it can keep the parts lubricated.
Technical Definition
The oil pan is the reservoir that holds engine oil and sits at the bottom of the engine block.
Hear It Discussed
"They're going to check your oil pan. And if they find material in the oil pan, they're going to replace your engine."
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