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2006 Buick Lucerne V6-3.8L VIN 2
Air Flow Meter/Sensor: Service and Repair
2006 Buick Lucerne V6-3.8L VIN 2SECTION Service and Repair
MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)/INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE (IAT) SENSOR REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
NOTE:
- Handle the MAF sensor carefully.
- Do not drop the MAF sensor in order to prevent damage to the MAF sensor.
- Do not damage the screen located on the air inlet end of the MAF.
- Do not touch the sensing elements.
- Do not allow solvents and lubricants to come in contact with the sensing elements.
- Use a small amount of a soap based solution in order to aid in the installation.
1. Remove the intake manifold cover.
2. Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector from the mass air flow/intake air temperature (MAF/IAT) sensor.
3. Loosen the air cleaner outlet duct clamp at the throttle body.
4. Loosen the air cleaner outlet duct clamp at the MAF/IAT sensor.
5. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct.
6. Remove the MAF/IAT sensor bolts.
7. Remove the MAF/IAT sensor.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the MAF/IAT sensor.
2. Install the MAF/IAT sensor bolts.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice.
Tighten the bolts to 4 N.m (35 lb in).
3. Install the air cleaner outlet duct.
4. Tighten the air cleaner outlet duct clamp at the MAF/IAT sensor.
Tighten the clamp to 4 N.m (35 lb in).
5. Tighten the air cleaner outlet duct clamp at the throttle body.
Tighten the clamp to 4 N.m (35 lb in).
6. Connect the engine harness electrical connector to the MAF/IAT sensor.
7. Install the intake manifold cover.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.