Manifold Air Flow (MAF) Sensor: Removal

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the air cleaner housing.
Disconnect the MAF/IAT harness connector (1).
Remove the vent hose (2).

Fig 1: Disconnecting MAF/IAT Harness Connector & Removing Vent Hose
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Disengage the lock ring (1) that attaches the MAF to the intake by inserting a suitable tool into the locking ring (1) and moving the tabs on the intake (2) away from their locked position.

Fig 2: Disengaging Lock Ring
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Press the locking tab (1) on the bottom right of the MAF down with a suitable tool unlocking it from the intake. Press the locking tab on the upper left of the MAF upward with a suitable tool, unlocking it from the intake manifold.

Fig 3: Removing MAF From Intake Manifold
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Remove the MAF from the intake manifold.
Inspect the sealing ring and replace if necessary.
Inspect the sealing ring between the air inlet and the MAF and replace if necessary.
Inspect the locking tabs on the MAF and replace if necessary.