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Doosan GE12TIC — Measuring cylinder compression pressure

Testing & diagnosis · Engine

For the Doosan GE12TIC, from the Doosan service manual.

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Procedure

  1. Warm up engine and stop it.
  2. Remove spark plugs.
  3. Install special tool compression gauge adapter in spark plug hole.
  4. Connect compression pressure gauge.
  5. Cut off fuel circulation, rotate starter, and measure each cylinder.

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 value 16 kg/cm2 over
  • Limit value 13 kg/cm2 or less
  • Difference between each cylinder ±10% or less
  • Condition: water temperature 20°C, engine rotation 200 rpm

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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