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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001MONTE CARLO V6-3.8L VIN KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSAIR FLOW METER/SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN K
Air Flow Meter/Sensor: Service and Repair
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Service and Repair
MASS AIR FLOW (MAF) SENSOR REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Remove the fuel injection sight shield.
IMPORTANT: The MAF sensor on this engine is attached to the throttle body assembly.
3. Disconnect the MAF sensor electrical connector (8) from the MAF sensor (1).
4. Remove the screws (9) that hold the MAF sensor to the throttle body.
5. Remove the MAF sensor (1) from the throttle body.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the MAF sensor (1) to the throttle body.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the screws (9) that hold the MAF sensor to the throttle body.
Tighten
Tighten the screws to 3 N.m (27 lb in).
3. Connect the MAF sensor electrical connector (8) to the MAF sensor (1).
4. Install the fuel injection sight shield.
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Remove the fuel injection sight shield.
IMPORTANT: The MAF sensor on this engine is attached to the throttle body assembly.
3. Disconnect the MAF sensor electrical connector (8) from the MAF sensor (1).
4. Remove the screws (9) that hold the MAF sensor to the throttle body.
5. Remove the MAF sensor (1) from the throttle body.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the MAF sensor (1) to the throttle body.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the screws (9) that hold the MAF sensor to the throttle body.
Tighten
Tighten the screws to 3 N.m (27 lb in).
3. Connect the MAF sensor electrical connector (8) to the MAF sensor (1).
4. Install the fuel injection sight shield.
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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.