Engine Compression

Check engine compression with engine at normal operating temperature, at specified cranking speed, all spark plugs removed and throttle wide open.

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Application

⁽¹⁾ Specification

Compression Pressure

Accent (1.5L)

220-234 psi (15-16 kg/cm ² )

Elantra (2.0L)

199-213 psi (14-15 kg/cm ² )

Sonata

2.4L

178 psi (12 kg/cm ² )

2.5L

149-170 psi (10-12 kg/cm ² )

Tiburon (2.0L)

199-213 psi (14-15 kg/cm ² )

Maximum Variation Between Cylinders

All Models

14 psi (1 kg/cm ² )

⁽¹⁾	Checked with engine coolant temperature at 176-205°F (80-96°C) and engine speed at 250-400 RPM.