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5th October 2010, 11:01 PM
#1
MAF Cleaning
Hi guys,
It seems important on 3.0ltres to ensure the MAF is kept clean.
Exactly what is a MAF - what does it do - and how does one (who doesn't know what a MAF is) clean it?
Now I know I'm potentially leading here with the chin - be kind with your replies. Being unfamiliar with the MAF - a photo with the instructions would be great.
Thanks guys
Guido
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5th October 2010 11:01 PM
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5th October 2010, 11:11 PM
#2
Administrator
Hi Guido, we don't tolerate any abuse here mate so even if it may seem simple just ask.
one of our very knowledable members YNOT posted a detailed report about it here...See below.
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forum...light=cleaning
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5th October 2010, 11:36 PM
#3
Nasty Dog - Moderator
Guido, if in doubt always ask mate, that's the only way we all learn and then we can pass the information on to someone else
If any members require assistance in anything regarding this forum, just let me know via a PM and I will help you in any way that I can.
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6th October 2010, 09:51 AM
#4
Hi guys,
Thanks for the reply.
In the link - which is great it says: 'Do not touch any of the surfaces of the sensor, let the cleaning spray do the work. If you work over a white cloth, you can see the color of the solvent coming off, keep going untill the solvent comes off clean.'
Does this mean - Do not touch the sensors with ones hands - use the white cloth? - Or does it mean do not touch the sensors with hands or cloth - use the cloth for other parts of the unit?
Thanks guys
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6th October 2010, 01:33 PM
#5
Hold the sensor by the base/mounting flange. The sensitive parts of the sensor are inside the holes in the other end of the sensor. I put that warning in in case anyone was tempted to use a cotton bud or similar to get inside the sensor.
Tony
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7th October 2010, 09:23 PM
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SUCH IS LIFE
Not sure if mentioned, but it's a good idea to give the MAF contacts(plug) a bit of a clean for a good solid contact
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7th October 2010, 11:29 PM
#7
You can also use NF Contact cleaner, which is a electrical circuit board cleaner that leaves no residue. Don't know if it''s any cheaper or not than MAF Cleaner, but it is another viable option.
I use it 'cause we have it at work.
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10th October 2010, 10:57 AM
#8
install an oil catch can=provent 200 ect.
this will help keep your MAF sensor clean ,reduces crankcase oil blow-by.
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24th October 2010, 07:26 PM
#9
Expert
Just cleaned mine with the crc stuff. it reccomends cleaning every time you change the filter. its an easy job so why not.
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