Cylinder Compression Test - INGENIUM I4 2.0L Diesel (G1817137): Check
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CAUTION:
- Before disconnecting any components, make sure the area is clean and free from foreign material. When disconnected all openings must be sealed.
- The vehicle battery must be in good condition and fully charged before carrying out this procedure.
NOTE:
- This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
- This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.
Print graphic number E176229 for use later in this procedure.
- Remove the glow plugs.
Refer to: GLOW PLUGS
Disconnect the fuel injector electrical connectors.
- Crank engine for approximately 5 seconds to remove any remaining fuel in the cylinders.
Install the compression test gauge.
General Equipment : Compression tester (petrol/diesel)
Torque : 10Nm
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NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.
- Crank the engine for 10 seconds, use illustration E176229 to record the figure displayed on the compression test gauge.
- Make sure the pressure is released from the compression test gauge after each cylinder recording.
- Remove the compression test gauge. Repeat the procedure for the remaining cylinders.
- The minimum cylinder compression reading recorded must be within 10% of the maximum cylinder compression reading recorded. If the difference across the cylinders is higher than 10% please contact dealer technical support (DTS) for further assistance.
- Connect the fuel injector electrical connectors.
- Install the glow plugs.
Refer to: GLOW PLUGS
- Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, read and clear any diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).
General Equipment : Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment