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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006MALIBU V6-3.9L VIN 1REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSMANIFOLD PRESSURE/VACUUM SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2006 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.9L VIN 1
Manifold Pressure/Vacuum Sensor: Service and Repair
2006 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.9L VIN 1SECTION Service and Repair
MANIFOLD ABSOLUTE PRESSURE (MAP) SENSOR REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the intake manifold cover.
2. Disconnect the manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor electrical connector.
3. Remove the spark plug wire clip from the intake manifold bracket, if necessary.
4. Remove the MAP sensor bolt.
5. Remove the MAP sensor.
6. Remove the MAP sensor seal from the upper intake manifold.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the MAP sensor seal into the upper intake manifold.
2. Install the MAP sensor.
3. Install the MAP sensor bolt.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice.
Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
4. If required, install the spark plug wire clip to the intake manifold bracket.
5. Connect the MAP sensor electrical connector.
6. Install the intake manifold cover.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.