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Engine Compression

Ensure battery is fully charged. Check engine compression with engine at normal operating temperature at normal cranking speed, all spark plugs removed and throttle wide open.

4-CYLINDER COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Compression Ratio 9.6:1
Normal Compression Pressure 170-225 psi (1172-1551 kPa)
Minimum Compression Pressure 100 psi (689 kPa)
Maximum Variation Between Cylinders (1)
(1) Maximum variation between cylinders is 25 percent.