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Engine Compression

Check compression pressure with engine warm, all spark plugs removed and throttle valve open.

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Compression Ratio
1.4L 9.0:1
1.7L 9.5:1
Compression Pressure
1.4L N/A (1)
1.7L N/A (1)
Max. Variation Between Cylinders
1.4L N/A (1)
1.7L N/A (1)
(1) Information not available from manufacturer.