steveuk23
Member
Hi guys.
I've been having issues with my MK2 Kia picanto engine lately.
Going off what I've read it may be a number of things from Piston rings, Valve stem seals or head gasket.
I can go Into more detail if you want but for now I was just double checking with you guys on the process of doing a compression test.
Am I right in thinking I do it in this order...
1.remove spark plugs
2.disconnect fuel relay.
3.attach tester and turn the car over until the needle stops going up on the tester ?
4. Repeat on the other 2 cylinders.
I've seen things mentioning that I should press down on the accelerator while turning the key is this right ? And also if ones low add a bit of oil into the cylinder and repeat the test see if there's a improvement.
Cheers
I've been having issues with my MK2 Kia picanto engine lately.
Going off what I've read it may be a number of things from Piston rings, Valve stem seals or head gasket.
I can go Into more detail if you want but for now I was just double checking with you guys on the process of doing a compression test.
Am I right in thinking I do it in this order...
1.remove spark plugs
2.disconnect fuel relay.
3.attach tester and turn the car over until the needle stops going up on the tester ?
4. Repeat on the other 2 cylinders.
I've seen things mentioning that I should press down on the accelerator while turning the key is this right ? And also if ones low add a bit of oil into the cylinder and repeat the test see if there's a improvement.
Cheers