pappy52 Posted December 29, 2005 Share Posted December 29, 2005 1996 Outback with 2.2. what is the method of doing a compression test on this. I am familiar with the normal single coil ignition, but how do I disable spark on the coil pack? Are there any other things to do for the test? Injectors were alluded to in one post. I have done a couple of searches, but nothing explains what and how. Thanks, Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legacy777 Posted December 29, 2005 Share Posted December 29, 2005 To do a compression test, you need to warm up the vehicle to normal operating temp. Unplug the coil pack. There's a 3-wire connector. Also, unplug the connectors for the injectors. Pull the spark plugs, put the compression gauge on each cylinder. Turn the engine over for several cranks with the throttle plate open all the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pappy52 Posted December 29, 2005 Author Share Posted December 29, 2005 Thanks! Done many tests through the years, but just didn't know 'bout the newer stuff as I am an EA82 kinda guy. I am going to pick up a '93 Impreza (Free) to day and probably have to test it also. Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBigJ Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 I just did this on a 91 legacy that was for sale, and then bought it. I found the connectors on the injectors difficult to remove so I disconnected the fuel pump instead. It is easily accessible from the trunk area by unscrewing the passenger side carpet attached to the rear seat and removing the cover underneath this carpet section. Just 8 screws, and 1 connector instead of 4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pappy52 Posted December 30, 2005 Author Share Posted December 30, 2005 I just did this on a 91 legacy that was for sale, and then bought it. I found the connectors on the injectors difficult to remove so I disconnected the fuel pump instead. It is easily accessible from the trunk area by unscrewing the passenger side carpet attached to the rear seat and removing the cover underneath this carpet section. Just 8 screws, and 1 connector instead of 4. I will check it out tomorrow! Should I unplug and then run til dies? Thanks Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tunered Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 thats ok but,you will still have the pressure from a previous start and the cpu is still going to tell the injectors to squirt,you may flood some. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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