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Engine Compression

Check compression pressure with engine at normal operating temperature and throttle valve fully open. Crank engine through at least 8 revolutions.

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Compression Ratio
  240D 21.0:1
  All Other Models 21.5:1
Compression Pressure
  Normal
    240D 319-348 psi (22.4-24.5 kg/cm2 )
    All Other Models 348-435 psi (24.4-30.6 kg/cm2 )
  Minimum 218 psi (15.3 kg/cm2 )
Maximum Variation
  Between Cylinders 44 psi (3.1 kg/cm2 )