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Engine Compression

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

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Compression Ratio
1.3L 9.7:1
1.6L (1)
Compression Pressure (2)
(1) Information is not available from manufacturer.
(2) Lowest cylinder compression reading should not be less than 75 percent of highest cylinder compression reading.