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Engine Compression

Check compression with engine warm, ail spark plugs removed and throttle wide open. Crank engine through at least 6 compression strokes per cylinder to determine engine compression.

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Compression Ratio
  4000 8.2:1
  5000 8.0:1
  5000 Turbo 7.0:1
  Quattro 7.0:1
Compression Pressure
All Except Turbo
  Normal (New Engine) 131-174 psi (9-12 kg/cm2 )
  Minimum 102 psi (7 kg/cm2 )
Turbo
  Normal (New Engine) 100-131 psi (7-9 kg/cm2 )
  Minimum 72 psi (5 kg/cm2 )
Max. Variation Between Cylinders
  All Except Turbo 44 psi (3 kg/cm2 )
  Turbo 28 psi (2 kg/cm2 )