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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2006 Dodge and Ram Sprinter 3500 L5-2.7L DSL TurboFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Cylinder Compression Pressure Test
STANDARD PROCEDURE - COMPRESSION TESTING ENGINE
COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS:
1. Warm up engine to operating temperature (approximately 80°C, 176°F).
2. Shut off engine.
3. Remove engine cover.
4. Remove glow plugs.
5. Crank engine several times with the starter to eliminate combustion residues in the cylinders.
6. Insert compression tester adapter # 8927 with check valve installed into glow plug hole of cylinder to be tested.
7. Connect compression tester hose adapter # 9295 to compression gauge and test compression pressure by cranking engine with starter for at least 8 revolutions.
8. Carry out test procedure at the remaining cylinders in the same way.
9. Compare pressure readings obtained with the specified pressures. If the pressure reading is below the minimum compression pressure or if the permissible difference between the individual cylinders is exceeded. Refer to cylinder leak down test. Cylinder Leak Down Test
10. Remove compression tester and adapter from cylinder head.
11. Install glow plugs.
12. Install engine cover.
Procedure for using scan tool (DRBIII�) to perform electronic compression test:
Equipment Required:
- CH6000A Scan Tool (DRBIII�)
- CH7000/7001A J1962 Cable with red DRBIII� connector
- 9043 Multiplexer Cable
- CH9087 Dodge Sprinter Card (NAFTA)
1. Install Sprinter Card in DRBIII
2. Connect DRBIII
3. Turn ignition ON / engine OFF
4. Select "Yes"
5. From the Main Menu Screen select "DRBIII Standalone"
6. Press "Enter"
7. Select option 1 - "1998 - 2007 Diagnostics"
8. Select option 6 - "2002 - 2006 Sprinter"
9. Select "Yes" to launch legacy
10. Press "Enter"
11. Select option 1 "System select"
12. Select option 1 - "Engine"
13. Press "Enter"
14. Select option 1 "System test"
15. Select option 1 - "Compression test"
16. Follow on screen prompts to perform test.
Note: Engine will not start during test mode.start during test mode.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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