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Engine Compression

Check engine compression with engine at normal operating temperature at specified cranking speed, all spark plugs removed (on dual plugs, remove exhaust side only) and throttle wide open.

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Compression Ratio
VG30E 9.0:1
VE30DE 10.0:1
Normal Compression Pressure
VG30E 173 psi (12.2 kg/cm2 )
VE30DE 183 psi (12.9 kg/cm2 )
Minimum Compression Pressure (1)
VG30E 128 psi (9.0 kg/cm2 )
VE30DE 142 psi (10.0 kg/cm2 )
Maximum Variation Between Cylinders 14 psi (1.0 kg/cm2 )
(1) Minimum compression at 300-350 RPM.