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Engine Compression

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1994 Honda Prelude. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

ENGINE COMPRESSION

Model Standard psi (kg/cm2 ) Minimum psi (kg/cm2 ) Minimum RPM
Prelude (1) 178 (12.5) 135 (9.5) 250
(1) Maximum variation between cylinders is 28 psi (2.0 kg/cm2 ).