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Checking compression
Checking compression
Consult the equivalence table for tools and equipment according to applicability among Seat / VW / Audi / Skoda → Chapter.
   
Special tools and workshop equipment required
t  Spark plug spanner -3122 B-, see equivalent → Anchor
t  Torque wrench (5... 50 Nm) -V.A.G 1331-, see equivalent → Anchor
t  Extractor -T10094 A-, see equivalent → Anchor
t  Compression tester -V.A.G 1763-, see equivalent → Anchor

Test condition
l  Engine oil temperature at least. 30 ℃
Operation process
–  Removing ignition coils. To do so, use the extractor -T10094 A-.
–  Remove all glow plugs using wrench -3122 B-.
–  Remove fuse number 6 from the fuse holder located below the instrument panel, on the left-hand side.
  Note
On removing fuse number 6, the voltage supply to the fuel pump control unit is interrupted.
–  Check compression with compression tester -V.A.G 1763-.
  Note
See relevant test unit operating instructions for instructions on how to use test unit.
–  Operate starter until tester shows no further pressure increase.
Compression values:
new: 10 - 15 bar
Wear limit: 7 bar
Max. deviation allowed between both cylinders: 3 bar
–  Bolt on spark plugs with the spark plug wrench -3122 B- and tighten to 30 Nm.
Further assembly is basically the reverse of the dismantling sequence.
–  Consult fault memory; if necessary, repair any faults and then erase fault memory diagnosis centre -VAS 505X-„guided fault finding“.
If the fault memory has been erased, you must generate the readiness code again.
   

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