Cleaning the MAF

[richardch]

Loren to do this, do I just extract the MAF and gently clean the MAF wire with a cotton bud dipped in Meths or some similar Alcohol ?

[Loren]

I would use some electrical contact cleaner.

[Stefan]

And rubbing is not necessary. The MAF is very sensitive and the contact cleaner will remove dirt and grease without rubbing.

[richardch]

And rubbing is not necessary. The MAF is very sensitive and the contact cleaner will remove dirt and grease without rubbing.

So I just spray the disconnected MAF with contact cleaner then ?

Edited July 6, 2006 by richardch

[wvicary]

I've cleaned about 100 MAF with a aerosal cleaner and not once had any success..... we always end up replacing the sensor.

[Stefan]

Yes, just spray the "mirror" part (the actual sensor) and any exposed metal. Then let it dry (which is very quick, actually) before putting it back in.

The cleaner you use should say something like "leaves no residue" on it. Standard electrical contact cleaner is appropriate.