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Engine Compression

Ensure battery is fully charged. Warm engine to normal operating temperature. Disconnect wire at ignition coil to prevent engine from starting. Check engine compression with all spark plugs removed and throttle wide open.

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Compression Ratio
FWD Van
Caravan 2.4L 9.4:1
Voyager 2.4L 9.4:1
Normal Compression Pressure
FWD Van
Caravan 2.4L 170-225 psi (1172-1551 kPa)
Voyager 2.4L 170-225 psi (1172-1551 kPa)
Minimum Compression Pressure
FWD Van
Caravan 2.4L 100 psi (690 kPa)
Maximum Variation Between Cylinders
FWD Van
Caravan 2.4L 25 Percent
Voyager 2.4L 25 Percent