Air Flow Meter/Sensor: Service and Repair

AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT

EM-173 Component:

Removal and Installation

REMOVAL
1. Remove engine room cover (RH and LH).
2. Disconnect harness connector from mass air flow sensor.
3. Disconnect vacuum hose and PCV hose.
4. Remove air duct (inlet), air cleaner case and mass air flow sensor assembly, air duct and resonator assembly disconnecting their joints.
^ Add marks as necessary for easier installation.
5. Remove mass air flow sensor from air cleaner case, as necessary.

CAUTION:
Handle mass air flow sensor with following cares.
^ Never shock mass air flow sensor.
^ Never disassemble mass air flow sensor.
^ Never touch mass air flow sensor.

6. Remove resonator in fender lifting front fender protector (LH).

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Inspect air duct and resonator assembly for crack or tear.
^ If anything found, replace air duct and resonator assembly.

INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
^ Align marks. Attach each joint. Screw clamps firmly.