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Engine Compression

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Isuzu Oasis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Check engine compression at specified cranking speed, with engine at normal operating temperature, all spark plugs removed and throttle wide open.

ENGINE COMPRESSION

Application/Model Standard Pressure psi (kg/cm2 ) Minimum Pressure psi (kg/cm2 ) Minimum RPM
Oasis (1) 178 (12.5) 135 (9.5) 200
(1) Maximum variation between cylinders is 28 psi (2.0 kg/cm2 ).