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4-Cyl. Engines

  1. Run engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. Remove sensing resistor, glow plug connector, glow plugs and fuel cut solenoid.
  2. Disconnect fusible link wire from the Q.S.S.I. (Quick Start Silent Idling) controller at the connector. Install adapter (J-29762) and compression gauge into glow plug hole. Crank engine for a minimum of 6 "puffs" and note compression reading. Repeat for each cylinder.
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