Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.
Manuals through 2025 now available!

Our trusted friends have launched a new website named LEMON, which has newer manuals. It also contains all the CHARM manuals.

LEMON is the spiritual successor to CHARM, I recommend you try it!

Link: lemon-manuals.la or lemon-manuals.org.ua

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Compression Check

The lowest reading cylinder should not be less than 14 psi of the highest and no cylinder reading should be out of the range of 979-1317 kPa (142-191 psi). Perform compression test with engine at normal operating temperature, spark plugs removed and throttle wide open.