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Old 03-10-2010, 10:08 PM
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Does anyone know how to test the Mass Air Flow Sensor to see if it is working correctly. I had it cleaned by a master mechanic using MAF cleaner and I am not getting the gas mileage that i used to prior to the cleaning. Any info will be appreciated.
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hmmmm.i really dont think there is a way to test it...either it works or it does'nt, as far as gas milage it could be other things other then the MAF
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You need the service manual for your ride cause the MAF specs are in there. There is a way to check the specs out!
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Old 03-11-2010, 03:53 AM
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yeah, i am pretty sure the MAF is an all or nothing kinda deal. if it is broken you will throw a ton of lights and have that 3000RPM limiter. Yeah, gas mileage might be something else. (weight, tire pressure, weather, etc)
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Sprayed on a clean cloth then clean MAF...or sprayed into MAF? Heard you should not spray directly into MAF.

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disconnect battery and let the computer reset its parameters. a clean maf can throw off the computer.
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