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Old Feb 8, 2007 | 05:01 PM
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how and what to use to clean MAF

what are the steps and what is needed to clean my MAF. car runs fine but gas mileage is down and it was suggested that i clean it.

how and what to use?
Old Feb 8, 2007 | 05:08 PM
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Electronic spray cleaner or careful application with some alcohol and a q-tip.
Old Feb 9, 2007 | 08:43 AM
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thanks
Old Feb 9, 2007 | 09:38 AM
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carb cleaner....it comes in a spray bottle and just spray it in ther.
Old Feb 9, 2007 | 09:45 AM
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My local Pep Boys Auto Center is selling MAF cleaner in a spray can.

http://www.crcindustries.com/auto/co....aspx?PN=05110

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Old Feb 9, 2007 | 03:49 PM
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DO NOT USE CARB CLEANER!!!!! The MAF is coated and carb cleaner is to harsh! CNC makes MAF cleaner, or electronic cleaner
Old Feb 9, 2007 | 04:14 PM
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what about brake cleaner? That's what I usually use??
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Old Feb 9, 2007 | 04:18 PM
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What about a bar of Dove soap (unscented of course)?

OR....MAF cleaner?!
Old Feb 9, 2007 | 04:37 PM
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sandblast it!!!
Old Feb 9, 2007 | 08:20 PM
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They've actually got MAF cleaner now. I purchased mine from Advance Auto (don't believe that's nationwide yet) and I think Autozone also carries it. It worked great for me!!!
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