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YOUR RESEARCHHow long to change air filter
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Clean maf was
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The only time I have cleaned my MAF was when it started throwing codes, I cleaned it and didn't throw any codes for about 2 weeks, then the same CELs appeared.
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It depends though, if he did a number, or even just some, of the other maintenance checks along with the air filter, such as checking and topping off battery level, topping off w/s washer fluid level, oil level, put the car up on a lift and check for leaks and broken cv boots, checked pollen filter, cleaned out radiators,checked 02 sensors and faults, then an hours worth of labor might not be that bad.
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The only time I have cleaned my MAF was when it started throwing codes, I cleaned it and didn't throw any codes for about 2 weeks, then the same CELs appeared.
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It depends though, if he did a number, or even just some, of the other maintenance checks along with the air filter, such as checking and topping off battery level, topping off w/s washer fluid level, oil level, put the car up on a lift and check for leaks and broken cv boots, checked pollen filter, cleaned out radiators,checked 02 sensors and faults, then an hours worth of labor might not be that bad.
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It depends though, if he did a number, or even just some, of the other maintenance checks along with the air filter, such as checking and topping off battery level, topping off w/s washer fluid level, oil level, put the car up on a lift and check for leaks and broken cv boots, checked pollen filter, cleaned out radiators,checked 02 sensors and faults, then an hours worth of labor might not be that bad.
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It depends though, if he did a number, or even just some, of the other maintenance checks along with the air filter, such as checking and topping off battery level, topping off w/s washer fluid level, oil level, put the car up on a lift and check for leaks and broken cv boots, checked pollen filter, cleaned out radiators,checked 02 sensors and faults, then an hours worth of labor might not be that bad.
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It depends though, if he did a number, or even just some, of the other maintenance checks along with the air filter, such as checking and topping off battery level, topping off w/s washer fluid level, oil level, put the car up on a lift and check for leaks and broken cv boots, checked pollen filter, cleaned out radiators,checked 02 sensors and faults, then an hours worth of labor might not be that bad.
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It depends though, if he did a number, or even just some, of the other maintenance checks along with the air filter, such as checking and topping off battery level, topping off w/s washer fluid level, oil level, put the car up on a lift and check for leaks and broken cv boots, checked pollen filter, cleaned out radiators,checked 02 sensors and faults, then an hours worth of labor might not be that bad.
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It depends though, if he did a number, or even just some, of the other maintenance checks along with the air filter, such as checking and topping off battery level, topping off w/s washer fluid level, oil level, put the car up on a lift and check for leaks and broken cv boots, checked pollen filter, cleaned out radiators,checked 02 sensors and faults, then an hours worth of labor might not be that bad.
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The only time I have cleaned my MAF was when it started throwing codes, I cleaned it and didn't throw any codes for about 2 weeks, then the same CELs appeared.
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The only time I have cleaned my MAF was when it started throwing codes, I cleaned it and didn't throw any codes for about 2 weeks, then the same CELs appeared.
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Okay so I had my Indy change my air filter.....the car was already there....and he had the parts...and ...okay so
I'm making excuses....but he charged me an hour for the job! How much did I overpay?
Yah I'd think the profit of the filter would be good enough. I guess picking up a screw driver to twist a few lock downs off costs $100 plus these days. Sick stuff getting hit for those prices for just an air filter. I imagine you are paying for his vacation.
Like Dharm said, if he was working on other things then you were likely taken advantage of. But, time is money. Doesn't really matter how simple or easy the job. He has to pay his mechanics.
You may have overpaid this time but see it as motivation to do the small jobs yourself the next time around and save the $$$
It took me no more than 10 seconds to find the procedure for air filter R&R (not my video)
You Tube
I did my air filter in 10 mins. First time. Only need Philips driver and watch youtube video. Filter is around $20 from pelicanparts. Cabin filter is also 5 min job and $25 or so part on- line.
Yeah, that's what I figured....I SHOULD have known better but...... On the upside, my new rear sumi's, the tie rod end and the alignment really improve the feel of the car!
Thanks guys.
It depends though, if he did a number, or even just some, of the other maintenance checks along with the air filter, such as checking and topping off battery level, topping off w/s washer fluid level, oil level, put the car up on a lift and check for leaks and broken cv boots, checked pollen filter, cleaned out radiators,checked 02 sensors and faults, then an hours worth of labor might not be that bad.
If he just undid the 6 or so screws and dropped in the air filter then it's a bit much.
This thread reminds me of going into a Napa to get a case of oil on sale. I wanted to pick up a filter as well which they wanted near $20 for. I said no thanks as I knew I could get it at Pep Boys for $12. Their response was "you drive a Porschee you should be able to afford that". A-holes.
I have to be the voice of dissent here. If the MAF is not throwing codes, I say leave it alone. You screw it up by cleaning it and you will need to get a new one.
My first one went 125k before it started tossing codes. I replaced it myself, relatively cheap and easy. I now have a back up one I will attempt to clean with electronic device spray cleaner. I will be able to test it out with no risk to putting the car on the shelf. If cleaning it does no good, no harm, no foul.
I agree Gretch. The only time I have cleaned my MAF was when it started throwing codes, I cleaned it and didn't throw any codes for about 2 weeks, then the same CELs appeared. So, I bought a new MAF and haven't had a code in almost 26k miles.
I'll defer to the experts, but others here do recommend cleaning the maf. I did mine after seeing several threads on rennlist and on other sites recommending the procedure. I noticed a definite improvement in throttle response after cleaning mine, though I had no codes.
YMMV.
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