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Test Procedure

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    WARNING: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning .
  1. Disconnect the battery ground negative cable.
  2. Remove the spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement .
  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 J 35667-A:  tester, or equivalent.
    5. NOTE: It may be necessary to hold the crankshaft balancer bolt to prevent the crankshaft from rotating.
  5. Apply shop air pressure to the J 35667-A:  tester and adjust according to the manufacturers instructions.
  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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