Skylark L4-138 2.3L SOHC VIN 3 MFI QUAD 4 (1992)
Manifold Pressure/Vacuum Sensor: Description and Operation
Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor
PURPOSE
The Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor measures changes in the intake manifold pressure resulting from engine load and speed changes.
Under certain conditions, the MAP sensor is also used to measure barometric pressure. This allows the computer to automatically adjust for
different altitudes. The computer uses the MAP sensor to control fuel delivery and ignition timing.
OPERATION
The computer sends a 5.0 volt reference signal to the MAP sensor. As pressure changes in the intake manifold occur, the electrical resistance of
the MAP sensor also changes. By monitoring the sensor output voltage, the computer can determine the manifold absolute pressure. The higher the
MAP voltage output the lower the engine vacuum, which requires more fuel. The lower the MAP voltage output the higher the engine vacuum,
which requires less fuel.
LOCATION
Top of intake manifold.
