Torx screws
 

I am wondering if anyone has any suggestions on how to remove the Torx screws that holding the MAF sensors in. It seems that I have the tamper proof Torx but but it seems to be stripping the Torx screw every time I try to turn it. I have tried several different types of Torx bits and same results. So now basically all the Torx screws are stripped. So how do I actually get them out now? Any suggestions would be great.

Can you post a picture of your torx bit?

I would purchase a new screw from the Porsche dealer and make sure that you have the correct safety torx bit. It must recess enough to make contact.

To remove you will need to cut a curf on the head of the screw to remove with a standard screw driver OR sharp chisel.

You can use a Dremel bit or file to cut the curf (slot) in the head of the screw.

Kevin,

the maf sensor came with Torx tool t20 and t25 and still no good. If you can recommend one please send me link. I have tried at least 4 different Tamper proof Torx bits/tools and nothing. Any links or eBay items that you suggest please send it over. It's the same exact tool in eBay item # 140995884603

Do you have a non stock screw? That's why I asked for a picture. Each of your torx bits cam with a HOLE in the bottom for the recess?

Oem screws and yes all of the bits had holes on the bottom of them.

Dont think it's torx (6 pt), it's a Pentalobe screw (5 pt). I had to order a bit on Amazon to remove it..

Saabin,

you have the link to what bit you ordered? If so please post it. Thanks

Saabin is right - is pentalobe not torx. Used by apple and Porsche only it seems. Pain in the ass.

http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...moval-bit.html

I bought something like this.. the exact ones I got are no longer listed on ebay but these are similar.. You could find the same thing on Amazon, too..


http://www.ebay.com/itm/5-Point-Star...item25c9d9e03b

Thanks everyone but not the question is that I want to replace these screws that's I kinda of messed up. Does anyone know the part number to the screws?

Just go to the auto parts store or hardware and get the same size black anodized screw with different heads....Easier to get off next time....(They are nothing special)

If you have problems, you can cut a slot in the head with a dremel wheel, and use a flathead screwdriver, then replace with different bolt.

But as others have stated, you need a 5 point pentalobe, not torx.

Good luck. DC

The German made Wiha tools are great...

https://www.wihatools.com/bits/standard-bits/torxplus

They sell them at autozone, $7.

I ordered the screws from the dealership. They were $2 each and I wanted the extra security of the tamper proof Torx. Thanks everyone for the help. Just in case someone wants to order them the part #

999-919-160-07

Thanks for the part # reference. Why would you need additional security? I wouldn't think anyone is going to steal a MAF.