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08-14-2014, 08:46 PM
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Cleaning the MAF to get better MPGs
Hey Guys,
So I wanted to clean my MAF sensor since the truck was neglected before I got it, so I made a how to video in case you would like to do the same. I tried to back up my results with some OBDII sensor readings before and after and all I noticed was a lower rpm at idle which is pretty good in my book. I also have gotten 1.5mpg better on my first tank of gas after this replacement.
**Let me know what you think and if the video was helpful, give it a “thumbs up” on YouTube (it helps me out, thanks)***
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gRfaPfTcfOM
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08-14-2014, 10:13 PM
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Nice
Been a subscriber for awhile now great vids keep it up!
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08-15-2014, 06:42 AM
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Nice Been a subscriber for awhile now great vids keep it up!
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x2, good video!
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08-15-2014, 01:00 PM
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Re: Cleaning the MAF to get better MPGs
When I got home last night, I was actually thinking "Damn check engine light is on again. I don't think I cleaned the MAF sensor properly last time. Gonna look for another guide on it and try agai--oh, what have we here?"
The universe is being nice to me for once. Thanks for the vid, man!
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08-15-2014, 03:20 PM
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Good video! I'd suggest lining up the arrows on the sensor and the tube when you put it back on. I went a step further and took my throttle body off and cleaned that as well the back of the TB was really dirty.
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Last edited by irishranger; 08-15-2014 at 03:25 PM.
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08-17-2014, 09:14 PM
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Re: Cleaning the MAF to get better MPGs
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Originally Posted by irishranger
Good video! I'd suggest lining up the arrows on the sensor and the tube when you put it back on. I went a step further and took my throttle body off and cleaned that as well the back of the TB was really dirty.
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What does lining up the arrows do?
You are not supposed to clean the throttle body. There is a sticker on it saying not to use throttle body cleaner or anything because there is a protective coating. Obviously if your throttle body is gummed up, the coating is gone, but if it is fine, then you should leave it. How did you clean it?
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08-17-2014, 10:34 PM
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Originally Posted by dogfish246
What does lining up the arrows do? You are not supposed to clean the throttle body. There is a sticker on it saying not to use throttle body cleaner or anything because there is a protective coating. Obviously if your throttle body is gummed up, the coating is gone, but if it is fine, then you should leave it. How did you clean it?
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defintly good to clean the throttle body with throttle body cleaner if dirty. I know who woulda ever thought of it
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08-17-2014, 10:42 PM
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I cleaned with some throttle body cleaner(can't remember) and wiped it clean. I haven't ever heard or seen it say it is bad to clean the throttle body.
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09-20-2014, 03:42 PM
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Re: Cleaning the MAF to get better MPGs
Great video! Thanks man!
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09-20-2014, 05:26 PM
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Re: Cleaning the MAF to get better MPGs
Great video,I learned a lot.I have watched several of your vids on YouTube.Very helpful,Thanks!
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09-20-2014, 05:51 PM
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Re: Cleaning the MAF to get better MPGs
The throttle body has a non stick polymer coating on it from the factory that helps seal when the throttle is closed. It eventually wears away over the years/miles.
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09-28-2014, 09:39 AM
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Re: Cleaning the MAF to get better MPGs
Very helpful. But did not solve all the rough idle problem. Just cleaned the idle control sensor and seems better. We will see..
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09-29-2014, 11:21 AM
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Re: Cleaning the MAF to get better MPGs
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Originally Posted by Motocrossx23
The throttle body has a non stick polymer coating on it from the factory that helps seal when the throttle is closed. It eventually wears away over the years/miles.
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Exactly. If your throttle body looks clean, the polymer is doing its job and you shouldnt clean it.
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Very helpful. But did not solve all the rough idle problem. Just cleaned the idle control sensor and seems better. We will see..
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Dang, did you try this:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFhoNykgQtc
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10-11-2014, 09:30 AM
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Re: Cleaning the MAF to get better MPGs
Followed the instructions. Easy to perform and gave my truck a little more pep on the go peddle.
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10-12-2014, 07:52 AM
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Re: Cleaning the MAF to get better MPGs
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Followed the instructions. Easy to perform and gave my truck a little more pep on the go peddle.
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Great! How many miles on the truck and what year?
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