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Understanding the MAP Sensor: The Key to Optimal Engine Performance
The manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor is an essential component in modern vehicles, playing a critical role in maintaining engine efficiency and performance. By measuring the pressure within the intake manifold, the MAP sensor provides vital data to the engine control unit (ECU), which uses this information to adjust fuel delivery and ignition timing.
What is a MAP Sensor?
A MAP sensor measures the absolute pressure inside the intake manifold of an engine. This data is crucial for the ECU to calculate the correct air-fuel mixture needed for efficient combustion. Unlike a mass airflow (MAF) sensor, which measures the amount of air entering the engine, the MAP sensor provides information about the engine load by detecting the pressure changes in the intake manifold.
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