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Compression Test - 3.5L Engine Test Results

The indicated compression pressures are considered within specification if the lowest reading cylinder is at least 75% of the highest reading. Refer to the COMPRESSION PRESSURE LIMIT CHART .

Fig 1: Compression Pressure Limit Chart
G06126060Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

If one or more cylinders reads low, squirt approximately one tablespoon of engine oil meeting Ford specification on top of the pistons in the low-reading cylinders. Repeat the compression pressure check on these cylinders.