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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2003MATRIX XRS 2WD L4-1.8L (2ZZ-GE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTTUNE-UP AND ENGINE PERFORMANCE CHECKSCOMPRESSION CHECKTESTING AND INSPECTION
2003 Toyota Matrix XRS 2WD L4-1.8L (2ZZ-GE)
Compression Check: Testing and Inspection
2003 Toyota Matrix XRS 2WD L4-1.8L (2ZZ-GE)SECTION Testing and Inspection
INSPECT COMPRESSION
a. Warm up and stop engine.
b. Remove ignition coil.
c. Remove spark plugs.
d. Inspect cylinder compression pressure.
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1 Insert a compression gauge into the spark plug hole.
2 Fully open the throttle.
3 While cranking the engine, measure the compression pressure.
NOTICE:
- Always use a fully charged battery to obtain engine speed of 250 rpm or more.
- Check other cylinder's compression pressure in the same way.
- This measurement must be done in as short a time as possible.
Compression pressure: 1,400 kPa (14.3 kgf/cm2, 203 psi)
Minimum pressure: 1,000 kPa (10.3 kgf/cm2, 145 psi)
Difference between each cylinder: 110 kPa (1.1 kgf/cm2, 16 psi)
4 If the cylinder compression in one more cylinders is low, pour a small amount of engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole and repeat steps 1 through 3 for cylinders with low compression.
- If adding oil helps the compression, it is likely that the piston rings and/or cylinder bore are worn or damaged.
- If pressure stays low, a valve may be sticking or seating is improper, or there may be leak age past the gasket.
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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.