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11 00 039 Checking compression of all cylinders (S65)

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Special tools required: 

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

IMPORTANT: High tension - mortal danger!
Disconnect all supply leads from ignition coils (interrupt power supply to ignition coils).
IMPORTANT: Check Schrader valve on special tool 11 0 235 for correct seating (engine damage).
The throttle valves cannot be opened by opening the throttle.
The compression check is carried out exclusively by means of the idle actuators.
A compression check is only possible with the diagnosis tester.
The catalytic converter will incur damage  if the fuel injectors are not switched off.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Screw special tool 11 0 235 into spark plug hole.

Check that sealing ring is in perfect condition on special tool 11 0 235.

Connection (1) for diagnosis tester or special tool 11 0 224.

NOTE: Picture shows S85.
Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool (11 0 235)
G04741487Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Connect special tool 11 0 224 or 25 bar pressure adapter to diagnosis tester.

Compression pressure. 

Fig 2: Connecting Special Tool (11 0 224) And Bar Pressure Adapter To Diagnosis Tester
G04748123Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Now clear the fault memory.