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Engine Compression

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1999 Infiniti Q45, 1999 Infiniti I30, and 1999 Infiniti G20. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS (1)

Application psi (kg/cm2 )
G20
Standard 178 (12.5)
Minimum 149 (10.5)
Maximum Variation Between Cylinders 14 (1.0)
I30
Standard 185 (13.0)
Minimum 142 (10.0)
Maximum Variation Between Cylinders 14 (1.0)
Q45
Standard 186 (13.1)
Minimum 144 (10.1)
Maximum Variation Between Cylinders 14 (1.0)
(1) Readings taken at cranking speed (300 RPM minimum).