If it is at a low voltage clean the plug and connector with contact cleaner! Do not get
any on the tiny wire that runs in the middle of the sensor as it will damage it! Then for the sensor get some Mass airflow cleaner from your auto parts store
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What about the voltage? It can vary for each make and model engine.
Many times inaccurate readings can be sent to the engine management computer simply because this sensor is dirty. These readings can even still be within the expected range so there is not check engine light or trouble code, but the engine can still run like crap.
I would try cleaning the sensor first. However, it is critical that you use the correct cleaner. You must use Mass Airflow Sensor Cleaner only. Use anything like carburetor cleaner or similar and you will destroy the sensor turning a $5 repair into a $75+ repair.
Cleaning the sensor is easy. It usually only requires a screwdriver to gain enough access to the sensor to clean it. Then follow the simple instructions on the can.
Also, do not touch the sensor element located inside the air intake housing. It is very delicate and easily damaged.
See the link below for an example of this cleaner. It usually costs about $8 for a can. 1 can will clean this sensor several times. It is recommended that you clean this sensor about once a year. More often if you have one of those aftermarket oiled gauze air filters.
You will find this cleaner at most major automotive parts stores.
If cleaning this sensor does not help, I would then replace it. But definitely try cleaning it first as this is usually all that is needed.
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If it is at a low voltage clean the plug and connector with contact cleaner! Do not get
any on the tiny wire that runs in the middle of the sensor as it will damage it! Then for the sensor get some Mass airflow cleaner from your auto parts store
Adding a question mark to a statement does not make this a question.
What about the voltage? It can vary for each make and model engine.
Many times inaccurate readings can be sent to the engine management computer simply because this sensor is dirty. These readings can even still be within the expected range so there is not check engine light or trouble code, but the engine can still run like crap.
I would try cleaning the sensor first. However, it is critical that you use the correct cleaner. You must use Mass Airflow Sensor Cleaner only. Use anything like carburetor cleaner or similar and you will destroy the sensor turning a $5 repair into a $75+ repair.
Cleaning the sensor is easy. It usually only requires a screwdriver to gain enough access to the sensor to clean it. Then follow the simple instructions on the can.
Also, do not touch the sensor element located inside the air intake housing. It is very delicate and easily damaged.
See the link below for an example of this cleaner. It usually costs about $8 for a can. 1 can will clean this sensor several times. It is recommended that you clean this sensor about once a year. More often if you have one of those aftermarket oiled gauze air filters.
You will find this cleaner at most major automotive parts stores.
If cleaning this sensor does not help, I would then replace it. But definitely try cleaning it first as this is usually all that is needed.