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Air Flow Meter/Sensor: Service and Repair



Mass Airflow Sensor/Intake Air Temperature Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Disconnect the MAF/IAT sensor electrical connector (1).
2. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct assembly.
3. Loosen the MAF/IAT clamp (2).

Notice:
* Handle the MAF sensor carefully.

* Do not drop the MAF sensor in order to prevent damage to the MAF sensor.

* Do not damage the screen located on 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 a soap based solution in order to aid in the installation.

Remove the MAF/IAT sensor from the air cleaner outlet duct. Note the position of the MAF/IAT sensor.

Installation Procedure






Notice:
* Handle the MAF sensor carefully.

* Do not drop the MAF sensor in order to prevent damage to the MAF sensor.

* Do not damage the screen located on 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 a soap based solution in order to aid in the installation.

1. Carefully install the MAF/IAT sensor to the air cleaner outlet duct. Ensure that sensor is clocked properly.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Tighten the air cleaner outlet duct clamp (2).

Tighten the air cleaner outlet duct clamp to 3 N.m (27 lb in).

3. Loosely install the air cleaner outlet duct assembly to the vehicle.
4. Connect the MAF/IAT sensor electrical connector.
5. Install the air cleaner outlet duct assembly.