This sensor basically measures the manifold absolute pressure – that’s the pressure inside the intake manifold. It sends that information to the engine control unit, the car’s computer. It’s reading how much air is actually getting into the engine. It’s a pretty simple job, really, but super important for everything else to work right. Some sensors also read things like turbo boost pressure if you’ve got a turbocharged engine. Think of it as one of the eyes and ears for the computer. The computer needs to know exactly how much air is coming in so it can adjust the amount of fuel to inject. It’s a key part of the fuel injection system and helps control engine timing. It works alongside other sensors like the oxygen sensor to make sure the engine is running efficiently and isn’t polluting too much. It's a bit like how you adjust the gas on a stove - the computer is doing that for your engine, and this sensor helps it get it just right. If this sensor goes bad, it throws everything off. You’ll likely notice if it fails because your engine will probably run poorly. Expect things like rough idling, poor acceleration, reduced fuel economy, and the check engine light will almost certainly come on. Sometimes it can even prevent the car from starting. It acts like a shield, protecting the engine from running too lean or too rich. A failing sensor can eventually cause more serious damage to things like the catalytic converter if left unchecked. We often have these in stock at Fixparts Online if you’re looking to replace it yourself, or we can check availability for you. More than just a part: PRESSURE SENSOR (MPN 0281006221) includes a 12-month warranty!

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