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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM1990SHADOW ES, 2D HATCHBACK, 2.2 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROLS - BASIC TESTINGMECHANICAL INSPECTIONCOMPRESSION
1990 Dodge and Ram Shadow ES, 2D Hatchback, 2.2 C

Mechanical Inspection: Compression

1990 Dodge and Ram Shadow ES, 2D Hatchback, 2.2 CSECTION Compression

Engine mechanical condition can be checked using a compression gauge, vacuum gauge, or an engine analyzer capable of performing a relative compression test. See engine analyzer instruction manual for availability and description of relative compression feature.

CAUTION: Use a remote starter to crank engine during compression test, NOT the ignition switch. The fuel injectors on many fuel injected models are triggered during the cranking mode. This could cause a fire hazard, flooding, crankcase contamination, hydrostatic lock, or lubrication to be washed off of cylinder walls.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

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  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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