GMC Envoy XL Mass Airflow Sensor Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(78)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(78)

Mass Airflow Sensor Replacement Service

How much does a Mass Airflow Sensor Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a GMC Envoy XL Mass Airflow Sensor Replacement is $188 with $93 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2002 GMC Envoy XLL6-4.2LService typeMass Airflow Sensor ReplacementEstimate$364.79Shop/Dealer Price$437.24 - $632.09
2004 GMC Envoy XLV8-5.3LService typeMass Airflow Sensor ReplacementEstimate$324.51Shop/Dealer Price$391.91 - $571.56
2006 GMC Envoy XLL6-4.2LService typeMass Airflow Sensor ReplacementEstimate$281.73Shop/Dealer Price$338.43 - $486.00
2003 GMC Envoy XLL6-4.2LService typeMass Airflow Sensor ReplacementEstimate$608.27Shop/Dealer Price$746.59 - $1139.04
2005 GMC Envoy XLL6-4.2LService typeMass Airflow Sensor ReplacementEstimate$281.73Shop/Dealer Price$338.45 - $486.03
2003 GMC Envoy XLV8-5.3LService typeMass Airflow Sensor ReplacementEstimate$324.51Shop/Dealer Price$391.91 - $571.56
2004 GMC Envoy XLL6-4.2LService typeMass Airflow Sensor ReplacementEstimate$613.27Shop/Dealer Price$751.47 - $1143.84
2005 GMC Envoy XLV8-5.3LService typeMass Airflow Sensor ReplacementEstimate$329.51Shop/Dealer Price$397.14 - $576.98
Show example GMC Envoy XL Mass Airflow Sensor Replacement prices

What is the Mass Airflow Sensor all about?

The mass airflow sensor is a round tunnel made of plastic with a sensor attached inside. All cars take air from the outside and pass it into the engine through the air filter. The mass airflow sensor measures the amount of air entering the engine. For an engine to perform properly, it needs a specific amount of air-fuel mixture. The computer in the car reads the amount of air coming into the engine from the mass airflow sensor and then calculates the correct amount of fuel needed for proper engine performance. If the sensor goes bad, the engine will not know the right amount of fuel to add, causing problems including poor gas mileage, lack of power and more.

It is common for the mass airflow sensor to get dirty (if the air filter is dirty) and lose the ability to read the amount of air coming in the engine. If the vacuum hoses are leaking, it will give the same error code as mass airflow sensor failure.

When doing this job, the mechanic may recommend changing the electrical connector that connects the mass airflow sensor to the car's computer system. It is possible for the wires in the connector to break, causing the mass airflow sensor to not work.

Keep in mind:

  • Routinely changing your air filter can improve the lifespan of your mass airflow sensor
  • Often mass airflow sensors stop working because of bad connectors or wiring harnesses.
  • Anytime the mass airflow sensor is replaced, the air duct between the sensor and the intake manifold should be inspected.

How it's done:

  • Scan the computer in the car for codes.
  • Verify the problem.
  • Remove and replace the sensor if found faulty.
  • Check vacuum hoses for leaks and cracks.
  • Test drive the vehicle.

Our recommendation:

  • Changing the air filter on a regular basis will ensure that the car is getting cleaner air and hence performing optimally.
  • If the Check Engine light is on, get the car inspected as soon as you can.
  • If the Check Engine light is flashing, pull over and get the car towed to avoid costly repairs.
  • A mechanic should always inspect the vacuum hoses and snorkel attached to the mass airflow sensor when replacing it. It is possible for these items to have leaks. Replacing the sensor without fixing the leaks will not solve the problem.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Mass Airflow Sensor?

  • Check Engine light is on.
  • Car does not have power.
  • Excessive fuel consumption.
  • Car may not start.

How important is this service?

In order to run optimally, your vehicle needs to have a perfect fuel-to-air ratio. As the vehicle is moving, an uncontrollable amount of air enters the throttle body and heads into the intake manifold. As such, the fuel has to be adjusted to be optimal for the amount of air. The mass airflow sensor measures the mass of the air that is entering the vehicle, and sends the information to the car’s computer management system. This system then controls the amount of fuel that is injected into the cylinders, so that the ideal fuel-to-air ratio is achieved. When the mass airflow sensor stops working, the computer cannot receive information on the air intake, and the fuel-to-air ratio will be wrong. This will cause your engine to run poorly, and sometimes not at all. It will also impact your gas mileage.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert GMC mechanics

Real customer reviews from GMC owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(78)

Rating Summary
78
0
0
0
0
78
0
0
0
0

Patrick

33 years of experience
1422 reviews
Patrick
33 years of experience
GMC Envoy XL V8-5.3L - Intake Manifold Gaskets - Del Valle, Texas
Great job he has done again

Roger

14 years of experience
52 reviews
Roger
14 years of experience
GMC Envoy XL L6-4.2L - Water Pump - Webb City, Missouri
Approached professionally

Toby

10 years of experience
100 reviews
Toby
10 years of experience
GMC Envoy XL L6-4.2L - Fuel is leaking from gas tank - Lewisville, Texas
Good work, thorough in details. Very knowledgeable.

Theodore

16 years of experience
1604 reviews
Theodore
16 years of experience
GMC Envoy XL L6-4.2L - Car idle is rough Inspection - Bellevue, Washington
Very informative and honest.

Excellent Rating

(78)

Rating Summary
78
0
0
0
0
78
0
0
0
0
Number of GMC Envoy XL services completed
858+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT GMC MECHANICS
900+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

How to Buy Good Quality Sensors
Sensors Sensors for autos have many of the same characteristics that other types of sensors do – they are created to detect a signal, respond to chemical or physical variations such as distance or temperature. These signals are then converted...
How Long Does a Low Oil Level Sensor Last?
Having Having the right amount of oil in an engine is important to the smooth running of your engine. In order for the engine on a car to run as intended, it will have to have the right amount of...
How to Replace a Manifold Temperature Sensor
Signs of a failing manifold temperature sensor include rough idling and a rough running engine, and may result in a failed emissions test.

What can cause your car to stall out and what can cause the rpms to go up?

It sounds like you are getting a bad reading from the crankshaft (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/crankshaft-position-sensor-replacement) or camshaft sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/camshaft-position-sensor-replacement). Have the computer scanned and the data stream monitored for problems with the two sensors to see which one is causing the stall...

Car only start when cold but dies once warm and wont start till complete cold

You may have more than one issue going on here for your 1987 Toyota Celica. The cold starting issue could possibly be caused by a failing fuel pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pump-replacement) or even a temperature sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/egr-temperature-sensor-replacement). Heat increases resistance in electrical...

how do you change a crankshaft position sensor

Hello there. It is located on the right (passenger) side of the engine under the ignition module in the engine block. You can see it from the underside. The easiest way to see and get to it is to jack...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com