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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000MALIBU V6-3.1L VIN JREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSAIR FLOW METER/SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2000 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.1L VIN J
Air Flow Meter/Sensor: Service and Repair
2000 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.1L VIN JSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Disconnect the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor electrical connector.
3. Disconnect the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor electrical connector.
4. Remove the air inlet duct from the MAF sensor and the throttle body.
5. Remove the MAF sensor (1) from air filter housing.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the MAF sensor (1) in the air filter housing.
2. Connect the MAF sensor to the air inlet duct and the throttle body.
3. Connect the MAF sensor electrical connector.
4. Connect the IAT sensor electrical connector.
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When to See a Mechanic
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.