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This might seem like a weird/stupid question, but I'm an ignoramus when it comes to engine lubrication so bear with me. The other day I got into my car, started it and turned it off almost immediately because I had forgotten something in the house. Now I know there's always some oil film on the bearings to protect them when starting the engine, but my concern is that the oil film sort of got wiped off during that brief period and that there might have been some bearing wear and tear during the subsequent engine start (because the pump didn't have enough time to coat the bearings). Is my fear justified or is there always some oil present on the bearings no matter how brief the engine's been running? Any info is greatly appreciated!
P. S. The car is a 2.0 Mazda using 5w30 synthetic oil.
P. S. The car is a 2.0 Mazda using 5w30 synthetic oil.