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EN-51749  Compression Gauge Tester Kit

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

NOTE:

A leakage test may be performed in order to measure cylinder/combustion chamber leakage. High cylinder leakage may indicate one or more of the following conditions:

  • Worn or burnt valves
  • Broken valve springs
  • Stuck valve lifters
  • Incorrect valve lash
  • Damaged piston
  • Worn piston rings
  • Worn or scored cylinder bore
  • Damaged cylinder head gasket
  • Cracked or damaged cylinder head
  • Cracked or damaged engine block
  1. Disconnect the battery ground negative cable.
    WARNING: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning .
  2. Remove the spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement (L5Q)Spark Plug Replacement (LV7) .
  3. Rotate the crankshaft to place the piston in the cylinder being tested at top dead center (TDC) of the compression stroke.
  4. Install the EN-51749  gauge according to the manufacturers instructions.
  5. Apply shop air pressure and adjust according to the manufacturers instructions.
    NOTE: It may be necessary to hold the crankshaft balancer bolt to prevent the crankshaft from rotating.
  6. Record the cylinder leakage value. Cylinder leakage that exceeds 25 percent is considered excessive and may require component service. In excessive leakage situations, inspect for the following conditions:
    • Air leakage noise at the throttle body or air inlet hose that may indicate a worn or burnt intake valve or a broken valve spring.
    • Air leakage noise at the exhaust system tailpipe that may indicate a worn or burnt exhaust valve or a broken valve spring.
    • Air leakage noise from the crankcase, oil level indicator tube or oil fill tube that may indicate worn piston rings, a damaged piston, a worn or scored cylinder bore, a damaged engine block or a damaged cylinder head.
    • Air bubbles in the cooling system may indicate a damaged cylinder head or a damaged cylinder head gasket.
  7. Perform the leakage test on the remaining cylinders and record the values.
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