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Engine Compression

Check compression pressure with battery fully charged, engine at normal operating temperature, throttle fully open and engine at cranking speed.

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Compression Pressure (1) 225 psi (15.8 kg/cm2 )
Maximum Variation 5 psi (.4 kg/cm2 )
(1) Use as guideline only.