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Engine Compression

Check pressure with engine warm, plugs removed, throttle valve wide open and engine at cranking speed (350 RPM). Pressure should be as specified with a maximum variation of 7 psi (.5 kg/cm2 ) between cylinders.

COMPRESSION PRESSURE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Pressure psi (kg/cm2 )
All Models 156 (11)