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Engine Compression

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

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Compression Pressure (1)
Optima & Magentis (Canadian)
2.4L 178 psi (1227 kPa) @ 250-400 RPM
2.7L (2)170 psi (1200 kPa)
Rio 184 psi (1275 kPa) @ 300 RPM
Sedona (2)170 psi (1200 KPa)
Spectra 193 psi (1331 kPa) @ 300 RPM
Sportage 163 psi (1124 kPa) @ 270 RPM
(1) With engine at normal operating temperature.
(2) At cranking speed. Cranking RPM not available from manufacturer.