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Air Temperature Sensor ( Ambient / Intake ): Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the MAF/IAT sensor electrical connector.
2. Remove the clamps securing the MAF/IAT sensor assembly to the air cleaner and intake air duct.

NOTE: Handle the MAF sensor carefully. Do not drop the MAF sensor. Do not damage the screen located at the air inlet end of the MAF. Do not touch the sensing elements. Do not allow solvents and lubricants to come in contact with the sensing elements. Use a small amount of SPO P/N 12345884 lubricant or the soap based equivalent in order to aid in the installation.

3. Carefully remove the MAF/IAT sensor from the air cleaner and intake air duct.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

NOTE: Handle the MAF sensor carefully. Do not drop the MAF sensor. Do not damage the screen located at the air inlet end of the MAF. Do not touch the sensing elements. Do not allow solvents and lubricants to come in contact with the sensing elements. Use a small amount of SPO P/N 12345884 lubricant or the soap based equivalent in order to aid in the installation.

1. Carefully install the MAF/IAT sensor into the air cleaner and intake air duct.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the clamps securing the MAF/IAT sensor assembly to the air cleaner and intake air duct.

Tighten
Tighten the clamps to 3 N.m (26 lb in).

3. Reconnect the MAF/IAT sensor electrical connector.