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Engine Compression: Notes

Compression Ratio
  1.6L 8.5:1
2.5L 8.2:1
Recommended Fuel Unleaded (87 AKI Minimum)
Compression Pressure
  1.61 145 psi
2.5L 140 psi
Max. Variation Between Cylinders 20 psi

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

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