How To: Perform a compression check on a Saturn S-Series car

One day, your car may break down and you won't be able to afford to hire a mechanic, so what do you do... you look on the web for some how-to vehicle repair videos and become your own car mechanic, that's what. You don't need any advanced training to perform repairs and simple maintenance on your automobile, but you may need a few tools. Invest in the basic tools and you'll be prepared for just about any car malfunction you can think of. These tutorials will help get you on your way, as long as your willing.

This video will show you how to perform a compression check on a Saturn S-Series car. To do this compression test, first make sure that the engine is at normal operating temperature. Use a remote starter, or disable the fuel system. With a few simple tasks here and there, it will be time to actually check the compression in your Saturn S-Series vehicle.