MAF Going out Slowly.
#1
MAF Going out Slowly, Nissan Doesnt Want to Replace
Hey,
I have an odd case, I have all the symptoms of a bad MAF.
In CA there is a 7 years 70000 mile warranty on emission parts. The MAF is included into that warranty. But i went to the dealership and they told me that they cant do anything about it unless the SES light is on. What should I do, if the code pops out they will replace it for free, i got that confirmed by the service manager. Any ideas?
Thank
D
I have an odd case, I have all the symptoms of a bad MAF.
In CA there is a 7 years 70000 mile warranty on emission parts. The MAF is included into that warranty. But i went to the dealership and they told me that they cant do anything about it unless the SES light is on. What should I do, if the code pops out they will replace it for free, i got that confirmed by the service manager. Any ideas?
Thank
D
#2
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unplug the maff sensor element from the connector. and then plug it back in it will bring the SES light right after first start up. but if you wanna damage the maf and also wanna have the SES light to show up then take the maf sensor out and clean it with any cheap line electronic cleaner that will ruine the maf sensor and will also pop up the code that says (maf malfunctioning) and then take to dealer he will check the code and will replace the maf for free. but dont tell them you did open the sensor so make sure not to clean the maf sensor from outside (top) it shouldnt look like cleaned at all. its very easy to remove with the star shape screwdriver.
#6
Originally Posted by Dan5.5
Is there any other way, without breaking the MAF all the way, to get Nissan to change it ?
#9
On the topic of cleaning your MAF. I just changed my Air filter for my Franken Intake and noticed the screen on the MAF is dirty. How can I go about cleaning it? Can I even clean it or I might have to get a new one?
As always : Any help is appreciated.
As always : Any help is appreciated.
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Originally Posted by maximo-SE
On the topic of cleaning your MAF. I just changed my Air filter for my Franken Intake and noticed the screen on the MAF is dirty. How can I go about cleaning it? Can I even clean it or I might have to get a new one?
As always : Any help is appreciated.
As always : Any help is appreciated.
#13
is there a way to test and see if MAF is going bad or is this pretty much replace it and see if the car runs better? i dont wanna buy something that may not be the cause.....then again i dont think mine has been replaced in 6years. is there a specific sensor life or period it lasts for?
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Originally Posted by RedBaronK
is there a way to test and see if MAF is going bad or is this pretty much replace it and see if the car runs better? i dont wanna buy something that may not be the cause.....then again i dont think mine has been replaced in 6years. is there a specific sensor life or period it lasts for?
Source: been there and done that.
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Originally Posted by tb2007
Be sure and get it from DaveB. I just orderd mine Friday night and got it today.
Installed it today and it didnt fix my problem though, anybody have an idea why my 01 auto wont idle correctly and keeps stalling?
Installed it today and it didnt fix my problem though, anybody have an idea why my 01 auto wont idle correctly and keeps stalling?
EDIT: dont forget to get the throttle body cleaned if its never been cleaned before. this might fix the stalling.
#18
Originally Posted by Dan5.5
Hey,
I have an odd case, I have all the symptoms of a bad MAF.
In CA there is a 7 years 70000 mile warranty on emission parts. The MAF is included into that warranty. But i went to the dealership and they told me that they cant do anything about it unless the SES light is on. What should I do, if the code pops out they will replace it for free, i got that confirmed by the service manager. Any ideas?
Thank
D
I have an odd case, I have all the symptoms of a bad MAF.
In CA there is a 7 years 70000 mile warranty on emission parts. The MAF is included into that warranty. But i went to the dealership and they told me that they cant do anything about it unless the SES light is on. What should I do, if the code pops out they will replace it for free, i got that confirmed by the service manager. Any ideas?
Thank
D
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