Tools Required
J 35667-A Cylinder
Head Leakdown Tester or equivalent
Important: A leakage test may be performed in order to measure cylinder/combustion
chamber leakage. High leakage may indicate one or more of the following:
• | Incorrect valve lash/adjustment |
• | Worn or scored cylinder bore |
• | Damaged cylinder head gasket |
• | Cracked or damaged cylinder head |
• | Cracked or damaged engine block |
Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing
any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to
the vehicle or its components.
- Disconnect the battery ground negative cable.
- Remove the spark plugs. Refer to
Spark Plug Replacement
in Engine Controls - 2.2L (L61).
- Rotate the crankshaft to place the piston in the cylinder being
tested at Top Dead Center (TDC) of the compression stroke.
- Install the J 35667-A
or equivalent.
Important: It may be necessary to hold the crankshaft balancer bolt to prevent
the engine from rotating.
- Apply shop air pressure to the J 35667-A
and adjust according to the manufacturers instructions.
- Record the cylinder leakage value. Cylinder leakage that exceeds
25 percent in considered excessive and may require component service.
In excessive leakage situations, inspect for the following conditions:
• | Air leakage sounds at the throttle body or air inlet hose that
may indicate a worn or burnt intake valve or a broken valve spring. |
• | Air leakage sounds at the exhaust system tailpipe that may indicate
a worn or burnt exhaust valve or a broken valve spring. |
• | Air leakage sounds from the crankcase, oil level indicator tube,
or oil fill tube that may indicate worn piston rings, a damaged piston, a
worn or scored cylinder bore, a damaged engine block or a damaged cylinder
head. |
• | Air bubbles in the cooling system may indicate a damaged cylinder
head or a damaged cylinder head gasket. |
- Perform the leakage test on the remaining cylinders and record
the values.