Engine Compression

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Engine Compression
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Sunfire and 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

ENGINE COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Application psi (kPa)
Normal Compression Pressure (1)
Minimum Compression Pressure (2) 100 psi (689 kPa)
(1) Information not available from manufacturer.
(2) The lowest reading cylinder should not be less than 70 percent of the highest.
RENDER: 1.0x

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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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