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Air Flow Meter/Sensor: Service and Repair






Replacing the mass air flow (MAF) sensor

Removing the mass air flow (MAF) sensor

Remove
- the inlet hose from the mass air flow (MAF) sensor
- the connector from the mass air flow (MAF) sensor
- the screws securing the mass air flow (MAF) sensor on the air cleaner (ACL) cover.
Pull and work the mass air flow (MAF) sensor loose from the air cleaner (ACL) cover.

Installing the mass air flow (MAF) sensor

Note! Apply water to the O-ring in the air cleaner (ACL) cover to facilitate installation of the mass air flow (MAF) sensor.

Install a new mass air flow (MAF) sensor.
Press the mass air flow (MAF) sensor into position.
Install the screws. Tighten.
Install the inlet hose on the mass air flow (MAF) sensor. Tighten the hose clamp.
Press the mass air flow (MAF) sensor connector into position.