Q: Where is the map sensor on a 1999 cadilliac catera with a 3.0 l engine

asked by on March 14, 2017

I am trying to find the location of the MAP Sensor on a cadillac catera with a 3.0 lit engine.

My car has 35000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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