Compression Test Check (Suzuki)
Compression Test Check (Suzuki)
High oil pressure 6) Disconnect remote control throttle cable from throttle
Using an engine oil of too high viscosity lever.
Clogged oil passage 7) Move and hold throttle lever (1) in full-open position.
Clogged oil pressure regulator
Combination of above items
7) After testing, reinstall oil pressure switch.
Refer to Oil Pressure Switch Removal and
Installation in Section 1E (Page 1E-5).
Periodic maintenance records kept at your dealership 8) While cranking engine with starter motor, note
should include compression readings for each maximum compression pressure reading on gauge
maintenance service. for each cylinder.
1) Start engine and allow to warm up, then shut engine NOTE
off.
Figures shown are guidelines only, not
2) Disconnect all fuel injector connectors at fuel
absolute service limits.
injector.
3) Disconnect all ignition coil connectors. Cylinder compression pressure
4) Remove the bolts securing the ignition coil, then Standard: 1 200 1 800 kPa (12 18 kgf/cm2, 171
remove all ignition coils and spark plugs. 256 psi.)
5) Install compression gauge attachment into spark Cylinder compression pressure max. difference
plug hole, then connect compression gauge between cylinders
attachment to compression gauge. 100 kPa (1.0 kgf/cm2, 14 psi.)
Special tool Low compression pressure can indicate one or more
(A): 0991564512 (Compression gauge) of following:
(B): 0991569910 (Compression gauge Excessively worn cylinder wall
attachment)
Worn piston or piston rings
Stuck piston rings
Poor seating of valves
Ruptured or otherwise damaged cylinder head
gasket
9) Reinstall parts removed earlier (spark plugs, ignition
coils, etc.).
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