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Old May 21, 2008 | 03:49 AM
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I'm not sure if this is the right section, but here it goes. I've read 3 different threads about cleaning the MAF. I have CRC QD Electronic Cleaner. Is this OK to spray on it? Also, in each of those threads were basically just a warning to avoid the sensor wires. I understand that, but what exactly do I need to remove to get to the actual MAF on the car. Has anyone found a picture write-up? This is my first time doing this to any of my cars, and I really don't want to **** anything up as this is my only car. Thanks in advance.
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Old May 21, 2008 | 09:11 AM
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dude just pull your maf out and clean it with the electronic cleaner that you bought. avoid the wires and make sure that you let it dry before you install it... and you will be fine.
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Old May 21, 2008 | 10:17 AM
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dude just pull your maf out and clean it with the electronic cleaner that you bought. avoid the wires and make sure that you let it dry before you install it... and you will be fine.
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I've also seen cans of cleaner that are made specifically for MAF. Just be careful
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Old May 21, 2008 | 10:39 AM
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yea, i've seen the specific MAF cleaner, but autozone doesn't carry it, and i saw in the other threads that a few guys used this...this might be a retarded question, but how do I take the MAF out? I've never done that before...
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Old May 21, 2008 | 11:03 AM
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Undo the clams that hold the bellows to the maf and the maf to the lid. Then remove lid, set aside. Then remove maf.
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Old May 21, 2008 | 11:14 AM
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thanks a lot man, I appreciate it...
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Old May 21, 2008 | 02:32 PM
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i have a can of the MAF cleaner.....i cant remember where i bought it at though....maybe lee auto parts? it is gray haha. im in des plaines if you need help. i used to have to clean mine all the time
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Old May 21, 2008 | 05:22 PM
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Advance has the MAF cleaner, I just bought some.
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I use CRC MAF cleaner ..I spray it on the wires...no problems....and spray in the TB also...
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I have the same cleaner you are using and it worked great. As long as its a no-residue cleaner, you are fine.
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Old May 22, 2008 | 12:57 PM
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thanks for all the help guys, i used the electronics **** i bought. it worked like a charm, and the car pulls way harder now that the airflow is back. my **** looked like a dirty pool filter, haha...
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I've taken the clam's apart, and cleaned the wires with alcohol using ear swabs. You have to be careful, obviously, but it works very well. Cleaned the honey comb in soapy water along with the clam shells.
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