What is the normal data flow for the Chevrolet Cruze mass air flow sensor?

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AdrianaLynn
07/29/25 9:27pm
Under normal conditions, the mass air flow signal data for the Chevrolet Cruze at idle is approximately 2.5 g/s; if it is less than 2.0 g/s, it indicates an air leak in the intake system, and if it exceeds 4.0 g/s, it suggests additional engine load. The normal value of air flow varies for each engine model, with larger displacement engines having higher air flow values. The mass air flow signal is one of the primary signals used by the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to regulate the air-fuel mixture concentration. If the intake air volume increases, the ECU will increase the fuel injection volume accordingly, and vice versa. Faults in the mass air flow sensor can be divided into two main categories: one is when the signal exceeds the specified range, indicating that the mass air flow sensor has failed. The other category is when the signal is inaccurate, which can potentially be more harmful than having no signal at all. This is because, even though the signal does not exceed the specified range, the ECU will still control the fuel injection based on this inaccurate air flow signal, often resulting in a mixture that is either too lean or too rich. If there is no mass air flow signal, the ECU will use the throttle position sensor signal as a substitute, and the engine idle may actually be more stable. Finally, since the mass air flow sensor signal is a key factor in controlling the air-fuel ratio, an infrared exhaust gas analyzer can be used to measure the exhaust gas composition during engine idle and at a stable 2000 r/min condition. If the readings deviate significantly from the standard values, it is highly likely that the issue is caused by poor performance of the mass air flow sensor.
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