MAF plug
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MAF plug
I want to change the air cleaner in my 996 T, but I am absolutely unable to remove the plug from the MAF. Is there a trick to it? The repair manual states "push the plug downwards and press the grooved surface at the sides. Pull the plug up and off at the same time." I am feeling a little incompetent right now...Thanks.
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i actually had same problem. Very gently used a "tongue a groove" plier to press the groove surfaces. then pulled up. i think its also easier if you remove maf sensor 1st by unbolting torx bolt. just be real careful as this is very sensitive part, you dont wanna get it dirty or knock it when removing!
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T-20 tamper proof external torx socket.....readily available.
The tab that needs to be depressed is in the right-forward (flat) side....it is closest to you on the connector (i.e. not down closer to MAF).
Yep.....removing screws 1st & pulling MAF slightly out.....will enable you to see the tab.
The tab that needs to be depressed is in the right-forward (flat) side....it is closest to you on the connector (i.e. not down closer to MAF).
Yep.....removing screws 1st & pulling MAF slightly out.....will enable you to see the tab.
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And BTW.....no need to feel incompetent....that darn little clip has frustrated many before you.
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MAF plug
Success. Thanks for the excellent instructions. I was able to pull the MAF plug by using a needle nose pliers and pressing in the correct location as posted. After taking the air box out, the MAF was next, with the tamper proof T20 bit. I sprayed it with MAF cleaner. Installed new stock air filter and sure enough this solved the "fluffiness" I could feel with the engine when cold and at small throttle openings. Feeling pretty competent right now...
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