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Engine Compression

Check compression pressure with engine at normal operating temperature. Unplug distributor and ignition coil. If equipped, unplug cold start injector connector, solenoid resistor, and fuel injector connectors. Remove all spark plugs, hold throttle valve wide open, and operate engine at cranking speed.

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification psi (kg/cm2 )
Cressida 156 (10.9)
Land Cruiser 149 (10.5)
Supra
Non-Turbo 156 (10.9)
Turbo 142 (10.0)
Minimum Compression Pressure
Cressida & Supra 128 (9.0)
Land Cruiser 114 (8.0)
Maximum Variation Between Cylinders
Cressida & Supra 14 (1.0)
Land Cruiser 7 (.5)