Air Flow Meter - Service Precautions

Bulletin No.: 028/96
Issued: 12/26/96
Revised:

Category
F

Applicable Model/s
See Below

Subject:
VANE TYPE AIR FLOW METER CONNECTOR HANDLING

APPLICABLE MODELS
All models with vane type air flow meters.

DESCRIPTION
Vane type air flow meters disconnected during driveability problem diagnostics may become damaged during connector disconnection.
To avoid unnecessary replacement, follow the procedures below to properly remove vane type air flow meter connections.
Service Managers should place a copy of this bulletin in section F of the applicable workshop manuals.

NOTE:
Air flow meter replacement due to connector circuit damage may result in warranty claim denial.

CONNECTOR REMOVAL PROCEDURE





CAUTION:
DO NOT remove the two (2) screws on the air flow meter. Removing these screws and pulling on the connector will damage the air flow meter circuitry.
This instruction applies to other type air flow meters as well.





1. Remove wire clip from groove at both sides using a small screwdriver.

2. Remove connector.

NOTE:
Connector may be hard to remove, apply steady force on connector body NOT harness wiring.





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