Q: Map sensor

asked by on October 03, 2017

Yes I took my map,sensor off car is there a way to test it now to see if it's bad

The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our terms of service for more details

Get an instant quote for your car

Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing


Experienced Mechanic?

Earn up to $70/hr

What others are asking

Car losses power when I turn the wheel
Your vehicle does not use a traditional hydraulic power steering system. Instead, it is equipped with electronic power steering. In this system, torque is generated through an electric motor. The power steering electronic control unit (ECU) receives input from several...
TMPS won't turn off
Hello. If you maintain the pressure (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-do-i-check-my-tire-pressure) on the tires then you do not need to worry about it if the warning light does not bother you. If you want to get it to turn off then you need a...
Has juice but does nothing when you turn the key
Hello. A no crank condition can be caused by a few things. A few common causes are a bad ignition switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ignition-switch-replacement), starter relay (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/starter-relay-replacement), or starter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/starter-replacement). It may be possible that the ignition switch is worn out and...
My 2007 Grand Caravan hard detonation problem
As you know, a misfire can be caused by many different reasons such as bad spark plugs (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/spark-plugs-replacement), spark plug wires (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ignition-cable-spark-plug-wires-replacement), faulty fuel injectors (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-injector-replacement), lack of voltage to fuel injectors, incorrect fuel pressure, an air intake leak and...
My car won't start half the time but if u wait 45 mins it will?
Hi There, What you are describing is a common sign of a failing ignition coil. Ignition coils are coated with a varnish-like insulation that becomes brittle over time after being stretched then contracted repeatedly The insulation develops small fractures that...
The car shutoff .while driveing or sometimes if i jest let the car idle .at any time
Hi There, It sounds like you may have a dirty or failing idle air control valve causing your engine idle to fluctuate and eventually stall. The idle air control valve (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/idle-control-valve-replacement) is a small valve on the engine's intake system...
2008 jeep grand Cherokee keeps going into limp mode
It's possible that water or dirt has infiltrated an electrical connection to a key sensor. That could cause the vehicle to go into limp mode or reduced power. The issue you are writing in about is common enough that a...
I am unable to pop the old ignition switch out like i saw on youtube. I am using my phillipshead screwdriver but it is of no use
You will need to put key in and then turn to the on position. This is position just before you turn to start the truck and then you can push in the pin using a thin screw driver or punch...
Hi I have a 2007 nissan maxima 3.5l with a p0746 and a p0776 code saying the pressure control solenoid is stuck off, when I press
Hi Jeffery. We answered this question earlier, but in case you didn't get it, here is what we had to say. The P-0746 OBD-II trouble code is one of the more confusing and hard to diagnose codes. P0746 will occur...

Related articles

The Top 5 Selling Cars in Arizona in 2012
Depending Depending on where you live in Arizona, the weather is either arid or there may be periods of heavy snow – such as in the mountain areas. The vehicles that have been popular in previous years for the area,...
How to Use “Stow ‘n’ Go” Seats in a Dodge or Chrysler Minivan
Minivans Minivans offer customers maximum interior space for the size of the vehicle. On a platform just a bit larger than a full size car, you can fit a driver and six passengers - or a driver, three passengers, and...
Industry News for Automotive Techs: November 5 - November 11
Tesla buys Grohmann Engineering, Ferrari's future hybrids, next-gen Dodge Charger and Challenger, Nissan e-Power system, and YourMechanic recognition.