Engine Compression

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

ENGINE COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Application

psi (kPa)

Normal Compression Pressure

⁽¹⁾

Minimum Compression Pressure

⁽²⁾ 100 psi (689 kPa)

⁽¹⁾	Information not available from manufacturer.

⁽²⁾	The lowest reading cylinder should not be less than 70 percent of the highest.