Air Temperature Sensor ( Ambient / Intake ): Service and Repair

MASS AIRFLOW SENSOR/INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Disconnect the MAF/IAT sensor electrical connector (1).
2. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct assembly.
3. Loosen the MAF/IAT clamp (2).
4. Remove the MAF/IAT sensor from the air cleaner outlet duct. Note the position of the MAF/IAT sensor.

NOTE:
- Handle the MAF sensor carefully.
- Do not drop the MAF sensor in order to prevent damage to the MAF sensor.
- Do not damage the screen located on the air inlet end of the MAF.
- Do not touch the sensing elements.
- Do not allow solvents and lubricants to come in contact with the sensing elements.
- Use a small amount of a soap based solution in order to aid in the installation.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Carefully install the MAF/IAT sensor to the air cleaner outlet duct. Ensure that sensor is clocked properly.

NOTE:
- Handle the MAF sensor carefully.
- Do not drop the MAF sensor in order to prevent damage to the MAF sensor.
- Do not damage the screen located on the air inlet end of the MAF.
- Do not touch the sensing elements.
- Do not allow solvents and lubricants to come in contact with the sensing elements.
- Use a small amount of a soap based solution in order to aid in the installation.

2. Tighten the air cleaner outlet duct clamp (2).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice.

Tighten the air cleaner outlet duct clamp to 3 N.m (27 lb in).

3. Loosely install the air cleaner outlet duct assembly to the vehicle.
4. Connect the MAF/IAT sensor electrical connector.
5. Install the air cleaner outlet duct assembly.