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OTC 7215 Operating instructions

  • Hello! I've reviewed the operating instructions for the OTC 7215 Exhaust Back Pressure Gauge. This document details how to use the gauge to test for exhaust restrictions at both the A.I.R. pipe and O2 sensor locations. It's crucial to follow the instructions for safe operation, particularly wearing eye protection. I'm here to help clarify any questions you have about the procedures or interpretations of the readings.
  • What is the maximum acceptable back pressure reading at idle?
    What should be done if the reading exceeds 1-1/4 PSI at idle?
    What is the maximum acceptable back pressure reading at 2500 RPM?
Sheet No. 1 of 1
Issue Date: Rev. B September 26, 2014
© Bosch Automotive Service Solutions LLC
Exhaust Back Pressure Gauge
1. Remove the rubber hose at the exhaust manifold
A.I.R. check valve. Remove the check valve.
2. Install the rubber universal adapter to the end of
the back pressure hose.
3. Insert the universal adapter into the exhaust
manifold A.I.R. pipe.
Testing at the A.I.R. Pipe Testing at the O2 Sensor
1. Remove the O2 sensor from the exhaust.
2. Install the O2 adapter to the end of the back pressure
hose.
3. Install the back pressure gauge assembly into the
exhaust.
4. With the engine idling at normal operating temperature, read the gauge to determine the back pressure.
The reading should not exceed 1-1/4 PSI.
• If the reading exceeds 1-1/4 PSI, the vehicle has restricted exhaust. Stop the test and repair the
restriction, because accelerating the engine at this point could damage the gauge.
• If the reading does not exceed 1-1/4 PSI, accelerate the engine to 2500 RPM while watching the
gauge. The reading should not exceed 3 PSI. If the reading exceeds 3 PSI, the vehicle has restricted
exhaust. Repair the restriction.
Warning: To prevent
personal injury, wear eye
protection that meets ANSI
Z87.1 and OSHA standards.
A.I.R.
Pipe
Rubber
Universal
Adapter
O2 Sensor
Adapter
O2 Sensor
Form No. 105909
Operating Instructions
for: 7215
655 Eisenhower Drive
Owatonna, MN 55060 USA
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