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Check cylinder compression pressure.
(1) |
Insert a compression gauge into the spark plug hole. |
(2) |
Fully open the throttle. |
(3) |
While cranking the engine, measure the compression pressure.
Always use a fully charged battery to obtain engine speed of 200 rpm or more. |
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(4) |
Repeat steps (1) through (3) for each cylinder.
This measurement must be done in as short a time as possible. |
Compression pressure:
1,373 kPa (14.0 kgf/cmx, 199 psi)
Minimum pressure:
1,226 kPa (1.25 kgf/cmx, 178 psi)
Difference between each cylinder:
100 kPa (1.0 kgf/cmx, 15 psi) or less
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(5) |
If the cylinder compression in 1 or more cylinders is low,
pour a small amount of engine oil into the cylinder through the spark
plug hole and repeat steps (1) through (3) for cylinders with low
compression.
A. |
If adding oil helps the compression, it is likely that the piston rings and/or cylinder bore are worn or damaged. |
B. |
If pressure stays low, a valve may be sticking or seating is improper, or there may be leakage past the gasket. |
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