Practice question

A mechanic performs a dry compression test and finds low compression in cylinder 3. After squirting a small amount of engine oil into the cylinder (wet test), the compression reading increases significantly. What does this indicate?

  1. The intake or exhaust valves are leaking
  2. The piston rings or cylinder walls are worn
  3. The cylinder head gasket is blown between cylinders 2 and 3
  4. The cylinder head is cracked

Answer: B — The piston rings or cylinder walls are worn

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