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Air Flow Meter/Sensor: Service and Repair



Mass Air Flow Sensor

To remove
1. Unplug the connector.







2. Loosen the hose clips on the connecting hoses.
3. Remove the mass air flow sensor.

To fit

IMPORTANT: The mass air flow sensor must be fitted in the intake air pipe with the arrows in the direction of flow.







1. Put the mass air flow sensor in place.







2. Tighten the hose clips on the connecting hoses.
3. Spray the connector with Kontakt 61 (part no. 30 04 520) and plug it in.