ENGINE COMPRESSION
Check engine compression at normal operating temperature with all spark plugs removed. To prevent damage to catalytic converter, make tests quickly and only when necessary.
| Application | Compression Ratio |
|---|---|
| 900 Non-Turbo | 10.1:1 |
| 900 Turbo | 9.0:1 |
| 9000 Non-Turbo | 10.1:1 |
| 9000 Turbo | 8.5:1 |
| (1) Compression pressure is not specified by manufacturer. | |
| (1) | Compression pressure is not specified by manufacturer. |
COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS (1)
VALVE CLEARANCE
Note. All models are equipped with hydraulic lifters. No adjustments are required.
IGNITION COIL
| Application | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| 900 Series | .52-.76 | 5500-8200 |
| 9000 Series (1) | 0.3 | 800-950 |
| (1) 9000 Series DIS coil. | ||
| (1) | 9000 Series DIS coil. |
IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE - Ohms @ 68°F (20°C)
HIGH TENSION WIRE RESISTANCE
| Application | Ohms |
|---|---|
| Coil Wire | 500-1500 |
| Spark Plug Wires | 2000-4000 |
HIGH TENSION WIRE RESISTANCE
SPARK PLUGS
| Application | NGK |
|---|---|
| 900 Non-Turbo | BCP5ES |
| 900 Turbo | BCP7EV |
| 900 Turbo (City Driving) | BCP6EV |
| 9000 Non-Turbo | BCPR6ES |
| 9000 Turbo | BCPR7ES |
SPARK PLUG TYPE
| Application | Gap: In. (mm) | Torque: Ft. Lbs. (N.m) |
|---|---|---|
| 900 Series | .024-.028 (0.60-0.70) | 18.5-21.5 (25-29) |
| 9000 Series | .039-.047 (1.00-1.20) | 18.5-21.5 (25-29) |
SPARK PLUG SPECIFICATIONS
FIRING ORDER & TIMING MARKS
Note. For firing order (Scheme 1)or (Scheme 2). For timing marks (Scheme 3)
Scheme 1
Scheme 2
IGNITION TIMING
| Application | Man. Trans. | Auto. Trans. |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Turbo Models | 14 @ 850 | (1) 14 @ 850 |
| Turbo Models | 16 @ 850 | 16 @ 850 |
| (1) Distributor vacuum hose disconnected. | ||
| (1) | Distributor vacuum hose disconnected. |
IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)
Scheme 3
FUEL PUMP
Note. Fuel pump performance is a measurement of fuel pressure and volume availability, not regulated fuel pressure.
| Application | Psi (kg/cm( 2 ) | Min. Vol. In 30 Sec: Pts. (L) |
|---|---|---|
| 900 Non-Turbo | 44 (3.1) | 1.6 (.76) |
| 900 Turbo | 36 (2.5) | 1.6 (.76) |
| 9000 Series | 28-36 (2.0-2.5) | 1.9 (.90) |
FUEL PUMP PERFORMANCE
| Application | At Idle w/Vacuum psi (kg/cm 2 ) | At Idle w/o Vacuum psi (kg/cm 2 ) |
|---|---|---|
| 900 Non-Turbo | (1) | 43 (3.0) |
| 900 Turbo | (1) | 36 (2.5) |
| 9000 Series | 36-45 (2.5-3.2) | 28-36 (2.0-2.5) |
| (1) Information is not available from manufacturer. | ||
| (1) | Information is not available from manufacturer. |
REGULATED FUEL PRESSURE
INJECTOR RESISTANCE
| Application | Ohms |
|---|---|
| All Models | 16 |
| (1) Injector tested at 68°F (20°C). | |
| (1) | Injector tested at 68°F (20°C). |
INJECTOR RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS (1)
IDLE SPEED & MIXTURE
| Application | Idle RPM | CO Level % |
|---|---|---|
| 900 Non-Turbo | 750-900 | .5-1.5 |
| 900 Turbo | 750-900 | .9-1.6 |
| 9000 Non-Turbo | 750-900 | 1-1.6 |
| 9000 Turbo | 800-900 | .5-1.5 |
IDLE SPEED & CO LEVEL
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR
No adjustment is required.