Compression Specifications - V6

1992 Dodge and Ram Shadow ES, 2D Hatchback, 3.0 3, StandardSECTION Compression Specifications - V6
COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS - V6

Application Specification
Compression Ratio
3.0L (VIN U) 9.3:1
3.0L (VIN 3) 8.9:1
3.3L 8.9:1
3.8L 8.9:1
Minimum Compression Pressure
3.0L (VIN U), 3.3L & 3.8L (1) 100 psi (7.0 kg/cm2 )
3.0L (VIN 3) (1) 178 psi (12.5 kg/cm2 )
(1) Maximum difference between each cylinder should not exceed 25 percent.
RENDER: 1.0x

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