Checking and cleaning MAF sensors

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ive tried cleaning it once..and i was dumb enough not to read instruction for cleaning it..after cleaning it..i waited for 20min(i didnt know i was supposed to waited until it was completely dry inside out..) and install it..and there it goes..maf sensor gone faulty..new maf sensor installed..,cost me hundred bucks..and its was like a virus..after it goes faulty..it effect everything..2 trouble code found..injection timing control,maf, light up..and now its top overhaul..blown head gasket..not sure if the head cracked or not..

Am thinking you had more than a MAF problem. I may be wrong. I often clean my MAF sensor as I work on dirt roads a lot. Can generally feel the lack of power in acceleration between 2nd and third gear as my key to a clean. Always do it when its hot so it dries quickly. Sorry to hear about your problems...