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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001ASTRO VAN L AWD V6-4.3L VIN WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSAIR FLOW METER/SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2001 Chevrolet Astro Van L AWD V6-4.3L VIN W
Air Flow Meter/Sensor: Service and Repair
2001 Chevrolet Astro Van L AWD V6-4.3L VIN WSECTION Service and Repair
MASS AIR FLOW (MAF) SENSOR REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Disconnect the MAF sensor harness connector.
3. Release the air cleaner cover retainer clips.
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.
4. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct from the MAF sensor by loosening the hose clamp.
5. Disconnect the air cleaner cover from the front of the MAF sensor by loosening the hose clamp.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
IMPORTANT: Point the flow arrows on the MAF sensor away from the air cleaner.
1. Attach the MAF sensor to the air cleaner cover by tightening the hose clamp.
Tighten
Tighten the clamp to 4 N.m (35 lb in).
2. Attach the air cleaner outlet duct to the MAF sensor by tightening the hose clamp.
Tighten
Tighten the clamp to 4 N.m (35 lb in).
3. Install the air cleaner cover by fastening the air cleaner cover retainer clips.
4. Connect the MAF sensor harness connector.
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Disconnect the MAF sensor harness connector.
3. Release the air cleaner cover retainer clips.
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.
4. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct from the MAF sensor by loosening the hose clamp.
5. Disconnect the air cleaner cover from the front of the MAF sensor by loosening the hose clamp.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
IMPORTANT: Point the flow arrows on the MAF sensor away from the air cleaner.
1. Attach the MAF sensor to the air cleaner cover by tightening the hose clamp.
Tighten
Tighten the clamp to 4 N.m (35 lb in).
2. Attach the air cleaner outlet duct to the MAF sensor by tightening the hose clamp.
Tighten
Tighten the clamp to 4 N.m (35 lb in).
3. Install the air cleaner cover by fastening the air cleaner cover retainer clips.
4. Connect the MAF sensor harness 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.