All of the following statements are true EXCEPT:
A) oil is flammable at room temperature.
B) very few newer engines have mechanical valve clearance adjustment; most are hydraulically compensated.
C) attempting an overhead cam (OHC) adjustment with the engine running results in oil being thrown from the timing chain and cam, making a big mess.
D) hydraulic lifter lash on pushrod engines is best done during engine assembly.

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Oil itself is not flammable at room temperature; it is the vapors from the oil that are flammable. The other statements regarding engine adjustments and characteristics are accurate.

All of the Following Statements Are True EXCEPT