Abstract: A system for use within an internal combustion engine to facilitate the starting of the engine while cold. The system comprises a reservoir for holding a predetermined volume of lubricant, conduit means extending from the reservoir and having outlets positioned above a valve of each cylinder of the engine, and delivery means responsive to the actuation of the engine's starter for forcing lubricant at a predetermined substantially uniform rate from the reservoir and through the conduit means, whereby lubricant is delivered through the engine valves and cylinders, for the sealing thereof, continuously during the starting of the engine.