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Should you have low compression after a head gasket change?
No, quite the opposite- the idea of gaskets is to ensure that an engine gives HIGH compression. If your car has just had a cylinder head gasket change and you are STILL getting low compression, then this suggests that the problem lies with the cylinder head itself- it may be cracked. Unfortunately there's no effective repair for this, the only solution is to get a new cylinder head I'm afraid.
Water in oil perfect compression does not overheat what is the problem?
A Cracked cylinder head, or engine block. Or a blown cylinder head gasket.
Why doesn't my car have any power after it overheated?
Usually when you're continuing to operate a severely overheating car, your rings are destroying themselves on the cylinder walls. This results in less compression, oil consumption and loss of power. Assuming this is the problem, having the engine rebuilt is the only solution for this. You can take it to a mechanic and ask them to check the compression in your cylinders, and they will tell you if this indeed the problem. A compression test won't be expensive... having the engine rebuilt is another story.
No compression in one cylinder Whats the cause?
No compression in one cylinder can be caused by several issues, including a blown head gasket, a damaged piston or piston rings, or a problem with the valve mechanism such as burnt or stuck valves. These issues can lead to a loss of sealing within the cylinder, preventing it from building pressure during the compression stroke. It's important to diagnose the problem through a compression test and potentially a leak-down test to determine the exact cause.
Susuki vitara P0304 code misfire 4 cylinder replaced plugs still misfires?
this could be caused by a fuel problem, not spark. check to see if your getting spark to the plug. ck to see if the injector is firing, and run a compression test on that cylinder
Your 4 cylinder is misfiring what do you do to fix the problem?
First thing to do is replace the plugs and wires if you have not done so. It you have or if replacing them does not fix the problem then have a compression test run.
What is a compression tester used for and how is it constructed?
The most common use for a compression tester would be to check the compression in the cylinder of an engine. It will tell you whether there is a problem with your rings, blown head gasket, or perhaps a cracked cylinder head. Older compression testers use a diaphragm or spring for resistance to measure the pressure, but there may be newer ones that are constructed differently.
How do you tell if piston rings are bad?
The engine will be losing compression, and possibly burning oil. Check each cylinder to determine the compression. The loss could also be caused by a valve problem.
What will cause no cylinder compression?
A cracked or broken piston will cause a loss of compression, as will cracked or broken rings. The failure of a head gasket will also cause a loss of compression, as will broken, cracked or badly worn valves or valve seats. A crack in the cylinder itself (either the sleeve or the engine block), or a crack in the head itself will cause a loss of compression. A problem with the plug threads or the threads in the head (for engines that have plugs) can cause loss of compression, and injectors (for engines that have them) can leak around the threads, either because the injector threads or the threads in the head have been damaged.
Why does only one cylinder have no compression on my Chevy 355?
The lack of compression in one cylinder of a Chevy 355 engine could be caused by a number of issues such as a leaking valve, a blown head gasket, a cracked piston, or improper sealing of the piston rings. It is recommended to perform a compression test and further diagnostic tests to identify the exact cause of the low compression in that cylinder.
1994 Nissan 300zx with low compression in one cylinder what is the recommended repair?
What's is the compression in the cylinders? I'm having the same problem right now in my 90. I'm getting 165 in 5 of the cylinders, and 150 in one. The local Z shop said it was no big deal, and that you can allow up to 14 or so psi difference (especially if the car is 20 years old). If it's more off than that, I would recommend you take it to a mechanic. I know it could be a lot of things, normal wear on cylinder walls, worn piston rings, or a head gasket, etc.
What is wrong if your coolant in your car has a white milky substance?
It means that oil is getting into the cooling system. Most probable cause-bad head gasket or crack in the water journals somewhere in the engine. A compression test will give the mechanic an idea of the area of the problem.
