Glossary / General

sump

13 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

The sump is a part of the engine or transmission where oil gathers. It helps keep everything running smoothly by making sure the moving parts are well-lubricated.

Technical Definition

The sump is the lowest part of the engine or transmission where oil collects. It plays a crucial role in lubrication, ensuring that moving parts are properly lubricated to prevent wear and overheating.

Hear It Discussed

"The torque converter will drain back into the sump and when you start it up and shift it into drive Sometimes it won't go anywhere"
Is Charging* Theft? Buy Cars from ONE Era Only! The Smoking Tire 10:23

"they went down a road in a 575, and in Wales, and within a minute, it nearly tore its sump off. And I gouged all the underside of the front of the car down"
What would you bring to The Great British Jaguar Day? | The Car Podcast #87 The Car Podcast with Chris Harris & Friends 05:51

"if you want to fix it properly, you have to take the sump off. Now, once you get that off, then you can start working on the front of the engine and take the timing cover off."
Ep 50: WHY MECHANICS HATE THESE CARS! The ReDriven Podcast 01:02