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Mechanical Inspection: Compression

Ensure battery is fully charged. Disconnect ignition coils. Check engine compression with engine at normal operating temperature at specified cranking speed, all spark plugs removed, and throttle wide open. See COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS  table.

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Application (1) Specification - psi (kPa)
Optima & Magentis (Canadian)
2.4L 174 (1230)
2.5L 170 (1200)
Rio 184 (1275)
Sephia & Spectra 193 (1333)
Sportage 188 (1296)
(1) Maximum difference between cylinders is not to exceed 14 psi (100 kPa).