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Engine Compression

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

ENGINE COMPRESSION RATIO

Application Specification
B16A2 10.2:1
D16Y7 & D16Y8 9.6:1
ENGINE COMPRESSION

Model (1) Standard psi (kg/cm2 ) Minimum psi (kg/cm2 ) Minimum (2) RPM
B16A2 Engine 242 (17.0) 135 (9.5) 250
D16Y7 Engine 228 (16.0) 135 (9.5) 250
D16Y8 Engine 228 (16.0) 135 (9.5) 250
(1) Max. variation between cylinders, 28 psi (2.0 kg/cm2 ).
(2) With Wide Open Throttle (WOT).
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