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Engine Compression

During compression test, engine must be at normal operating temperature, all spark plugs removed and throttle (and choke) valve must be in WOT position. See COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS table. Crank engine through 4 or more compression strokes.

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Compression Ratio
4.1L (VIN 7 & 8) 9.0:1
5.0L (VIN F) TPI 9.5:1
5.0L (VIN G & H) 4-Bbl. 9.3:1
5.0L (VIN Y & 9) 4-Bbl. 8.0:1
5.7L (VIN 6) 4-Bbl. (1) 8.2:1
5.7L (VIN 8) TPI (2) 9.5:1
Compression Pressure
4.1L 140-165 (9.8-11.6 kg/cm2 )
All Others (Min.) 100 psi (7.0 kg/cm2 )
Max. Variation Between Cylinders 30%
(1) Police models only.
(2) Corvette compression ratio is shown; compression ratio for Camaro is 9.3:1.