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Doosan GE12TIC — Cylinder compression pressure test

Testing & diagnosis · Engine

For the Doosan GE12TIC, from the Doosan service manual.

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Procedure

  1. Warm up engine, stop, remove spark plugs.
  2. Install compression gauge adapter in spark plug hole.
  3. Connect compression pressure gauge.
  4. Cut off fuel circulation, rotate starter.
  5. Measure compression of each cylinder.
  6. Compare: standard 16 kg/cm² min, limit 13 kg/cm²; difference ±10%.

Tools required

  • Compression gauge adapter Amazon
  • Compression pressure gauge Amazon

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Specs & values

  • Standard 16 kg/cm² over
  • Limit 13 kg/cm²
  • Difference between cylinders within ±10%

Source: Doosan service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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