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Engine Compression

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

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Compression Ratio
911 Carrera, 911 Carrera 4 11.3:1
Compression Pressure
Normal 142-184 psi (10-13 kg/cm2 )
Minimum 107 psi (7.5 kg/cm2 )
Maximum Variation
Between Cylinders 22 psi (1.5 kg/cm2 )