How to: Cleaning the MAF
01-04-2004, 03:53 PM
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How to: Cleaning the MAF
If you are experiencing rough idle after the installation of a CAI, Popcharger, or any other oiled filter replacement, here is a easy and relatively safe way to clean oil off the MAF.
1. Remove MAF tube from whatever setup you run. (This step is not needed if you are very careful and can complete step 2 with out the assembly touching or knocking anything.)
2. Un-screw MAF assembly from MAF tube.
3. Spray access hole with Electrical Parts Cleaner. Allow to dry out (10-15 minutes). Repeat as you wish. Make sure it is dry as the liquid can damage MAF if present on startup. Also Electrical Parts Cleaner is very flammable.
1. Remove MAF tube from whatever setup you run. (This step is not needed if you are very careful and can complete step 2 with out the assembly touching or knocking anything.)
2. Un-screw MAF assembly from MAF tube.
3. Spray access hole with Electrical Parts Cleaner. Allow to dry out (10-15 minutes). Repeat as you wish. Make sure it is dry as the liquid can damage MAF if present on startup. Also Electrical Parts Cleaner is very flammable.
01-04-2004, 04:42 PM
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There are a couple of different types of electronics cleaners. There are some types that are corrosive. Make sure it's the type to use on sensitive electronics components. It will say on the can that it's good for sensitive electronics, ie PC boards etc.
Good post.
Good post.
05-11-2005, 06:01 AM
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I Wish the pics worked.
What do you guys think about this cleaner?
http://www.caswellplating.com/permat...mcleaners.html
What do you guys think about this cleaner?
http://www.caswellplating.com/permat...mcleaners.html
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Originally Posted by Roger V
Can you buy this cleaner at radio shack?
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06-11-2007, 04:36 PM
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You can buy an MAF cleaner from Pep Boys or some auto stores. It is made by CRC. It dissolves very fast.
used it on the MAF of my old Maxima (vq35de) and while i noticed no power "gain", the car idled much better.
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07-27-2007, 12:06 PM
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Originally Posted by SilverJDMCoupe
You need a Torx 20 to remove the bolts that hold the MAF in. I am actually going to go and clean mine on my lunch break, I'll let you guys know if it helped.
http://www.amazon.com/pc-Tamper-Proo.../dp/B0009U6ABE
