Service Prior to Assembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Cadillac STS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Dirt will cause premature wear of the rebuilt engine. Clean all the components.
Use the proper tools to measure the components when checking for excessive wear. Components not within the manufacturer's specification must be repaired or replaced.
When the components are reinstalled into an engine, return the components to their original location, position, and direction.
During assembly, lubricate all the moving parts with clean engine oil (unless otherwise specified). This will provide initial lubrication when the engine is first started.