COMPRESSION, CHECKING
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Spark Plug Removal Tool 3122 B
- Compression Tester V.A.G 1763
- Ignition Coil Puller T40039
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- Engine oil temperature at least 30 °C (86 °F).
- Battery voltage at least 12.5 V.
Remove the rear noise insulation -2-. Refer to Description and Operation in Underbody Trim.
Disconnect the electrical connector -2- on the Engine Speed (RPM) sensor -G28-.
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Note. Ignore -1-.
Remove the air duct -arrows-.
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Free up the fuel line and the line to the EVAP canister on the air guide pipe.
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Disconnect the connector -1- from the Mass Airflow (MAF) sensor -G70-.
Disconnect the vacuum line -3- from the air guide pipe.
| CAUTION | Risk of violating emissions legislation. Do not open hose connection -2- ! |
Lay aside air guide pipe with connected crankcase ventilation hose -2- by loosening hose clamp -4- and opening clips -arrows-.
Disconnect the vacuum line -1-.
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Remove the air filter housing and disconnect the electrical connector -2- on the rear side at the intake air switch-over valve -N335-.
Remove hose -3- from the secondary air system.
Disconnect the coolant hose -3- from the coolant overflow reservoir.
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Remove the bolts -arrows-.
Disconnect the electrical connector on the engine coolant lever warning switch -F66- and move the coolant overflow reservoir with the coolant hoses -1 and 2- still connected to the side.
Pull the oil dipstick -1- out of the guide tube.
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Remove the bolts -2 and 3-.
Disconnect the electrical connectors on the ignition coils.
Press the electrical wiring harness to the side.
Remove the bolts -1 and 2-.
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Disconnect the electrical connectors on the ignition coils.
Press the electrical wiring harness to the side.
Remove all the ignition coils with the T40039.
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Remove the spark plugs using the 3122 B.
Check compression pressure using the V.A.G 1763.
Note. Using tester, refer to operating instructions.
Have a second technician press the accelerator pedal down all the way while operating the starter until the pressure increase is no longer displayed on the tester.
Repeat the procedure on each cylinder.
| Compression Pressure | Bar Pressure |
|---|---|
| New | 10.0 to 14.0 |
| Wear limit | 9.0 |
| Maximum difference between cylinders | 3.0 |
Assemble in reverse order of disassembling. Note the following
Install spark plugs.
Install the rear noise insulation. Refer to DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION in Underbody Trim.
There will be faults stored in the engine control module (ECM) Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory because the connectors were disconnected.
Generate readiness code in Guided Functions using the vehicle diagnostic tester.