Mass Air Flow/Intake Air Temperature (MAF/IAT) Sensor Removal/Installation

CAUTION:

Disconnect negative battery cable.
Disconnect the mass air flow (MAF) sensor electrical connector.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor Electrical Connector
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Disconnect the air cleaner outlet tube from the MAF sensor.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Air Cleaner Outlet Tube From MAF Sensor
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Remove the four bolts and the MAF sensor.

Fig 3: Removing MAF Sensor Bolts
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CAUTION:
- Do not tamper with the MAF sensing elements located in the airflow bypass. Tampering may result in failure.
NOTE:
- The MAF sensor module and body are calibrated and installed as a unit.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Tightening torque

4-5 N.m { 41-51 kgf.cm, 38-44 in.lbf }