350z maf issue
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I’ve got a 2003 350z. Recently replaced the alternator on and then a few days later the car would randomly die while driving. I’ve had a code for the MAF that has never given me issues. So I replaced it. Still the same problem start and instantly dies. Swapped the pigtail harness out as well with no luck. But the thing is I can run and drive The car with the maf unplugged but in limp mode. Could the maf I replaced it with be faulty. Anyone else run into this kind of issue?
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Yes, any electronic part can be faulty. I would try to find the Nissan troubleshooting flowchart. How old is your air filter? Also worth checking the connection to your throttle body for leaks. GL!
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Replaced the air filter today because that was actually really bad. Reset the ecu and still the same thing. I’ll take a look at the throttle body tomorrow
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So your alternator was confirmed bad and you bought a Nissan replacement new or remanufactured? Or did you buy a refurbished one from AZ, Advance, O'Reily, etc? Same for the MAF? How did your battery terminals look when disconnecting the ground cable for the alternator change?
You're chasing a problem that started after the new alternator, right? Nissans are very susceptible to gremlins from inferior electrical parts. If I were you, I'd put my old MAF back in, get a Nissan alternator and see how it does.
You're chasing a problem that started after the new alternator, right? Nissans are very susceptible to gremlins from inferior electrical parts. If I were you, I'd put my old MAF back in, get a Nissan alternator and see how it does.
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