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Test NS-1: Checking Engine Mechanical Systems

  1. Check engine valve timing. If engine valve timing is correct, go to next step. If engine valve timing is not correct, repair as necessary. Perform TEST VER-1A .
  2. Check compression on all cylinders. If compression on all cylinders is at least 100 psi (7 kg/cm2 ) and compression between all cylinders is within 25 percent of each other, go to next step. If compression on all cylinders is not at least 100 psi (7 kg/cm2 ) and compression between all cylinders is not within 25 percent of each other, repair engine mechanical problem as necessary. Perform TEST VER-2A .
  3. Check exhaust system for restrictions. Repair exhaust system as necessary. Perform TEST VER-2A . If exhaust system is okay, go to next step.
  4. Check fuel for contamination. Drain fuel as necessary. Perform TEST VER-2A . If fuel system is free from contamination, go to next step.
  5. Ensure proper injector driver wiring is installed on correct injector. Ensure injector is not plugged or restricted. Repair injector or wiring as necessary. Perform TEST VER-2A . If injector wiring and injectors are okay, test is complete.
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