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How to Check the Compression Opel Vectra B

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Compression, Check

Remove glow plugs - see operation "Glow Plugs, Remove and Install".

Release wiring harness plug (1) in direction of arrow and detach from fuel injection pump control unit.

Use a compression recorder with a measurement range from 10 to 40 bar in conjunction with Adapter KM-533-2 and Connector KM-928. Screw Connector KM-928 into glow plug bore.

Actuate starter for approx. 4 seconds - min. engine speed 150 rpm.

The pressure difference between the individual cylinders should not exceed 100 kPa (1 bar).

Unscrew Connector KM-928 from glow plug bore, remove Adapter KM-533-2 and compression recorder.

Connect wiring harness plug to injection pump control unit. Install sheathed glow plugs - see operation "Sheathed Glow Plugs, Remove and Install".