Air Flow Meter/Sensor: Service and Repair
Mass air flow (MAF) sensor
Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.
Preparatory work
Removing components
Slacken off the hose clamp on the mass air flow (MAF) sensor.
Remove:
- the hose for the EVAP canister on the intake manifold
- the 2 screws holding the intake manifold. Move the manifold to one side.
Removal
Removing the mass air flow (MAF) sensor
Remove:
- the connector from the mass air flow (MAF) sensor
- the screws for the mass air flow (MAF) sensor. Pull out the mass air flow (MAF) sensor.
Installation
Note! For tightening torques, see Specifications. Tightening Torque.
Installing the mass air flow (MAF) sensor
Install:
- the mass air flow (MAF) sensor
Hint: Lubricate the O-ring using petroleum jelly or similar.
- the screws for the mass air flow (MAF) sensor. Tighten. Connect the connector for the mass air flow (MAF) sensor
- the intake manifold on the mass air flow (MAF) sensor. Tighten the screws and the hose clamp
- the hose for the EVAP canister on the intake manifold.