Engine Compression

2001 Subaru Legacy GT Limited, AutomaticSECTION Engine Compression
COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Compression Pressure (1)
2.2L & 2.5L (2) 156-185 psi (11.0-13.0 kg/cm2 )
3.0L (3) 185-213 psi (13.0-15.0 kg/cm2 )
(1) Maximum variation between cylinders is 7 psi (.5 kg/cm2 ).
(2) Engine cranking at 200-300 RPM with throttle open fully.
(3) Engine cranking at 350 RPM with throttle open fully.
RENDER: 1.0x

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