First I did the cooling system pressure test. I hadn't noticed any leaks at all, nor have I lost any coolant in the passed 6 months I've had the car, so that was a good start. I took the cap off and inspected the overflow tank and underneath the cap for any signs of oil indicating a leaking headgasket. The coolant was bright green like it's supposed to be and there was no signs at all of dirt or contamination. While the vehicle was cold I hooked my pressure tester up and pumped it up to 17 PSI. I know the cap is around 14 PSI, but I pumped it to 17 so that leaks would show faster if there were any. I inspected around all the hoses, clamps, head, radiator, and interior and found no leaks whatsoever. Generally the gauge should fall 1-2 PSI over a 15 minute period while it's hooked up to the vehicle and mine only fell about 1 PSI, maybe less. Then I let the pressure back down to 0 and started the car. It slowly built pressure as the vehicle warmed up. Usually when you have a headgasket leak the car will build pressure quickly and you'll notice small bubbles coming from underneath the cap, which I saw no bubbles at all. From the results of the test I could indicate that I had no leaks and no problems with the cooling system. The vehicle does not overheat and the temp gauge stays slightly below the middle mark while idling and driving the vehicle, indicating that the cooling fan is working correctly. No problems seem to be found at all.

Next I did my compression test. I let the vehicle warm up to operating temperature, then removed all the spark plugs and wires along with the ECU fuse. I then started my girlfriend's Civic and hooked up jumper wires between her car and mine so that my battery would be recieving a full charge and allow the engine to turn over at it's full potential. Then I had my girlfriend hold the throttle all the way open and crank the engine for approximately 6 seconds, allowing it to get a full 5 or so cranks in. Here are my results.

Cylinder 1 - 180 PSI
Cylinder 2 - 180 PSI
Cylinder 3 - 185 PSI
Cylinder 4 - 185 PSI

All of the cylinders on the first cranks were about 80-90 PSI, then finished off at what I listed above. The Hayne's manual states a standard as 178 PSI and a minimum of 135 PSI with a 28 PSI maximum variance between cylinders. According to these numbers the car checks out perfectly, indicating that the valves, rings, pistons, and headgasket are in perfect working condition. Also, the vehicle burns about 1.5 quarts between oil changes, which is well within specs. Current specs on oil usage state that a quart every 1,000 miles is considered normal, even on a newer engine.

I still plan on doing a vacuum test and fuel pressure test to complete my tests. After performing those there shouldn't be any other tests I need to perform. Any other tests or suggestions?