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Does a map sensor suddenly quit when it fails?

(2012-02-05 15:20:17)
1. escort500xl Says: Or can it go out gradually? First the car won't start. Later it will. Then no start, and has never started since. Only cranks, will not start.
2. Pete M Says: They're easy enough to test just to be sure.

Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Symptoms & Testing
Engine Surging
Excess Fuel Consumption

Follow the instructions in the link below to test your MAP sensor:
3. Knuckles Says: Usually not, the car will almost always continue to run, although the fuel mixture will be rich and mileage will suffer.
4. Orlando Says: check for broken rubber hose lines first
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