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Engine Compression

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

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Compression Ratio 9.5:1
Normal Compression Pressure (1) 191 psi (13.4 kg/cm2 )
Minimum Compression Pressure (1) 142 psi (10.0 kg/cm2 )
Maximum Variation Between Cylinders (1) 14 psi (1.0 kg/cm2 )
(1) Checked at 250 RPM.