For 1990-2009 cars only
The Displacement on Demand (DoD) System Compression Test is a functional test of the valve lifter oil manifold (VLOM) and valve lifters. Using a compression gage, the technician can monitor the specific cylinders ability to go into and out of DoD as commanded by the scan tool. The actual pressure values on the compression gage are not as critical as is observing the on-off switching action of the solenoid and valve lifters.
- Measure the engine oil level. Fill, as required.
- Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle. Refer to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information.
- Disable the ignition system for the cylinder to be tested, by disconnecting the electrical wire harness to the ignition coil.
- Disable the fuel injection system for the cylinder to be tested, by disconnecting the electrical wire harness to the fuel injector.
- Remove the spark plug and wire for the cylinder to be tested.
- Install a 0-1378 kPa (0-200 psi) compression gage.
- Start the engine.
- Using the scan tool output controls, command the solenoid ON, for the cylinder to be deactivated.
- Depress the Schrader valve on the compression gage in order to release the pressure and zero the gage. With the engine running and the cylinder in DoD mode, the compression reading should be less than 172 kPa (25 psi).
- Using the scan tool, de-energize the solenoid while observing the reading on the compression gage. With the engine running and the cylinder NOT in DoD mode, the compression gage reading should increase quickly to greater than 345 kPa (50 psi).
- Test each of the 4 DoD cylinders, 1 at a time. If the readings are not within specifications, remove and test the VLOM, as required. Refer to Valve Lifter Oil Manifold Replacement and Displacement on Demand (DoD) Valve Lifter Oil Manifold Diagnosis and Testing .
- If the compression test has been performed and all DoD cylinders are operating within specifications, the DoD system is performing as designed and no repairs are required.
- Clear the DTCs with a scan tool.
Important: Only 1 cylinder can be tested at a time. When testing has been completed on a specific cylinder, the wire harness electrical connectors, spark plug, and spark plug wire must be installed prior to testing of each additional cylinder.
