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Engine Compression

Before making a compression test or cranking engine with a remote starting switch, remove coil wire from distributor and attach to ground. Check compression pressure with engine warm, spark plugs removed, and throttle valve wide open.

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Application Compression Ratio
2.2L TBI 9.5:1
2.2L MPFI Turbo I & II 8.1:1
2.5L TBI 9.0:1
Compression Pressure Minimum 100 psi (7 kg/cm2 )
Maximum Cylinder Variation 25 psi (1.7 kg/cm2 )