63. Service Prior to Assembly

2002 Chevrolet Express 3/4 Ton Van V8-6.5L DSL Turbo VIN FSECTION 63. Service Prior to Assembly
Service Prior to Assembly
^ 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.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.