Check engine compression with engine at normal operating temperature, all spark plugs removed and throttle wide open.
| Application | Specification | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Compression Ratio | |||
| 1.9L | |||
| VIN 7 | 9.3:1 | ||
| VIN 9 | 9.5:1 | ||
| 2.0L | 9.2:1 | ||
| 2.2L | 9.1:1 | ||
| 2.3L | |||
| VIN A | 10.0:1 | ||
| VINs D & 3 | 9.5:1 | ||
| 2.5L | 8.3:1 | ||
| Normal Compression Pressure | |||
| Except 1.9L | (1) | ||
| 1.9L | 185-205 psi (13-14.0 kg/cm 2 ) | ||
| Minimum Compression Pressure | |||
| Except 1.9L | (1) | ||
| 1.9L | 180 psi (12.7 kg/cm 2 ) | ||
| (1) Lowest compression reading should not be less than 70 percent of highest compression reading. No cylinder compression reading should be less than 100 psi (7 kg/cm 2 ). | |||
| (1) | Lowest compression reading should not be less than 70 percent of highest compression reading. No cylinder compression reading should be less than 100 psi (7 kg/cm 2 ). |
COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS