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Typically, sand can enter engines through the air intake. If this occurs, the air will mix the sand in the compression cylinders, interferring with the air-fuel mixture. The result will be engine stalling or misfiring as enough sand buildup will prevent the air-fuel mixture from igniting.

If sand manages to enter the lubrication system, it can mix with the oil and cause it to become gummy and ineffective at lubricating moving parts. This can damage the engine block due to excessive heat build up from friction.

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