Screen on MAF Sensor?
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Screen on MAF Sensor?
I am replacing my MAF Sensor (see recent posting about MAF Sensor problems/ECM Code 34).
While purusing this forum, I saw a few references to "removing the MAF screen".
Is this recommended? If yes, why and what are the potential drawbacks and/or special considerations?
While purusing this forum, I saw a few references to "removing the MAF screen".
Is this recommended? If yes, why and what are the potential drawbacks and/or special considerations?
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Some have had success and some have not. The typical problem is that it creates a poor idle and can sometimes through codes. This happens mostly in Bonnevilles with stock accordian intake tubing, and it is assumed that this tubing is causing air turbulance which gives a false reading from the MAF. If you are changing it anyway, remove the old one, re-assemble, and test drive it for a (short) while. See how it responds. If it runs crappy, put the new on in. If not, than you are one of the few that has a 'macigal intake'. Enjoy!
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New MAF Sensor, the screen, and other stuff
Greetings All!
Today I took a leap of faith (on your advice) and replaced my MAF Sensor and cleaned the intakes. I tried to get a NEW AC Delco, but the cheapest I found was about $400. So, I found a remanufactured AC Delco at Advanced Auto (with a lifetime warranty) for $157.00. As it turned-out, it was incredibly simple to do the switch (easier than changing spark plugs) and the car runs sOOOOO much better.
As for the MAF screen, I decided to leave it in because it runs good enough for my purposes. However, when I get around to getting a smooth, duct-type intake 'hose', I will probably rip that sucker out and see how it goes.
Thanks again to all of you--- as a direct result of your assistance, I saved $100-$300 and the vehicle runs great!!! On top of that, it always feels better when I do the work myself (and I scored big points with the wife...). Take Care, the Reverand
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Today I took a leap of faith (on your advice) and replaced my MAF Sensor and cleaned the intakes. I tried to get a NEW AC Delco, but the cheapest I found was about $400. So, I found a remanufactured AC Delco at Advanced Auto (with a lifetime warranty) for $157.00. As it turned-out, it was incredibly simple to do the switch (easier than changing spark plugs) and the car runs sOOOOO much better.
As for the MAF screen, I decided to leave it in because it runs good enough for my purposes. However, when I get around to getting a smooth, duct-type intake 'hose', I will probably rip that sucker out and see how it goes.
Thanks again to all of you--- as a direct result of your assistance, I saved $100-$300 and the vehicle runs great!!! On top of that, it always feels better when I do the work myself (and I scored big points with the wife...). Take Care, the Reverand
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