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How hard is it to change the MAF? (me)

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Replace about 2 months ago and it was covered

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Mine was just replaced about 2 months ago and it was covered.
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(Disconnect the cable to the MAF first).
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Use spit

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I use spit on the "O" ring before pressing it back into place.
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Disconnect cable

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(Disconnect the cable to the MAF first).
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Replace maf is normally easy

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Robyn, changing the MAF is normally easy, but with the SC installed...it's a wee bit harder to get to.
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Tighten "c" clamps back up

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Tighten the "C" clamps back up.
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Replace maf is normally easy

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Robyn, changing the MAF is normally easy, but with the SC installed...it's a wee bit harder to get to.
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Tighten "c" clamps back up

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Tighten the "C" clamps back up.
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I use spit on the "O" ring before pressing it back into place.
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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Just curious. I'm currently getting a PSM failure on my car. Couple things...could be the MAF, but also could be the suspension, not sure as to why at this point, but in the case it is the MAF, I'd like to try doing it myself. Thanks!!

POST 2Original post

Robyn, have you checked in over at Renntech.org? I know Jeff (toolpants) commented on this recently. Basically you need a security torque (or allen) wrench. If your MAF is bad the dealer will replace that under warranty. Mine was just replaced about 2 months ago and it was covered.

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Robyn, changing the MAF is normally easy, but with the SC installed...it's a wee bit harder to get to.

POST 4Original post

Robyn..no problem getting to the MAF with your SC. Look over to the right side of the engine and tightly tucked up there is the cone air filter attached to a short plastic sleeve. On that sleeve is the MAF. It should be facing the up position. If not. loosen the front and back "C" clamps on the housibng and rotate the sleeve until you gan get at the MAF. An allen wrench (forgot what size) will remove the 2 screws holding it in. It is pressed in with an "O" ring so it might take some pulling to get it out. (Disconnect the cable to the MAF first). I would remove it and spray it with electrical cleaner and put it back in before you try replacing it. I have the original one on my car with no problems. I use spit on the "O" ring before pressing it back into place. Tighten the "C" clamps back up. What error codes are you getting anyway?

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