Engine Compression
Ensure engine is at normal operating temperature, battery is fully charged, and starter is operating properly. Make sure that choke (if equipped) and throttle valve are wide open. Crank engine at least 6 engine revolutions per cylinder to determine engine compression. Engine cranking speed should be 250-400 RPM.
COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 1.5L | 9.4:1 | |
| 1.6L | 9.2:1 | |
| 1.6L Turbo | 8.0:1 | |
| 1.8L | 9.0:1 | |
| 2.0L | 8.5:1 | |
| 2.0L DOHC | 9.0:1 | |
| 2.4L | 8.5:1 | |
| 2.6L | 8.7:1 | |
| 2.6L Turbo | 7.0:1 | |
| 3.0L | 8.9:1 | |
| Compression Pressure | ||
| 1.5L (Precis) | 164 psi (11.5 kg/cm2 ) | |
| 1.5L (All Others) | 137 psi (9.6 kg/cm2 ) | |
| 1.6L | 171 psi (12.0 kg/cm2 ) | |
| 1.6L Turbo | 149 psi (10.5 kg/cm2 ) | |
| 1.8L | 131 psi (9.2 kg/cm2 ) | |
| 2.0L SOHC (Galant) | 125 psi (8.8 kg/cm2 ) | |
| 2.0L DOHC (Galant) | 137 psi (9.6 kg/cm2 ) | |
| 2.0L (All Others), 2.4L, 2.6L & 3.0L | 119 psi (8.4 kg/cm2 ) | |
| 2.6L Turbo | 142 psi (10.0 kg/cm2 ) | |
| Maximum Variation Between Cylinders | 14 psi (1.0 kg/cm2 ) | |