Should I grease CD player drawer gear?

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Crankshaft

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I'm about to replace a stripped drawer-opening gear in my Quad CD player.  New part has just arrived - Do I use grease, or leave it clean.  I've heard that grease will soften the plastic over time.

I have some Tamiya silicone grease.  Others (google) recommend white lithium grease.

I'm inclined to go 'un-lubed', any suggestions?

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