This article applies to the Chevrolet Silverado GMT800 (1999-2006). The mass air flow (MAF) sensor in your truck plays a vital roll in the operation of its engine. Essentially, this sensor measures the amount of air entering the engine to determine how much fuel to deliver.
This article applies to the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2007-2013). The MAF (Mass Air Flow) sensor is in charge of keeping track of the amount of air going to your engine. When the sensor gets dirty or clogged, bad things start to happen. You'll notice a rougher idle at first, but then you'll start having bigger problems like the engine misfiring.
Step 1 – Clean MAF sensor It could be getting a bad air reading. When the engine is running but not causing any forward motion, everything about its behavior changes. Temperatures change the way the fluids inside the engine behave, and parts also do the opposite of what they are meant to do.
This article applies to the Chevrolet Silverado gasoline engines (2014-Present). The engine air filter keeps the fresh air coming into your engine clean. Over time, an air filter gets dirty and needs to be changed for peak efficiency. If your truck is used in severe duty environments, it will need to be changed more frequently than normal. It is a good idea to check it every time you change ...
Air filter contamination flashlight test. Step 3 – Clean the air box Brush out or vacuum the dirt and debris from inside the air box. If needed, very carefully and gently brush or vacuum the inlet screen to the Mass Airflow (MAF) sensor in the air box cover. The MAF is delicate and sensitive. If needed, use only MAF spray cleaner on the MAF ...
This article applies to the Chevrolet Silverado GMT800 (1999-2006). A vehicle speed sensor (VSS) transmits the transfer case, transaxle, and/or wheel speeds to the truck's electronic control module (ECM). The on-board computer then uses this information to alter various engine and transmission functions, such as ignition timing, air-to-fuel mixture, and transmission shift points. If your ...
This article applies to the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2007-2013). The air filter is responsible for keeping the engine clear of dust and debris while still allowing cool air to flow through, which keeps the engine running smoothly. But over time, the air filter will become clogged and dirty, which in turn leads to a loss in performance from the engine. This is why it's important to regularly ...
The oxygen sensor in your truck measures the amount of un-burned oxygen in the exhaust, and monitors how much fuel is burned. Depending on the year and model of your Silverado, your truck can have up to four oxygen sensors.
2014 chevrolet silverado 1500 Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs). Check for technical service bulletins (TSBs) on your vehicle by make, model, and year.
