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10-22-2019, 03:13 PM | #1 |
Drives: 2008 Yaris Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Austin, TX
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MAF check engine light
Long story short - had a cold air intake on my 08 yaris for 4 years. Had to restart the battery when I first installed it and it had no issue relearning. Had an oil change 3 weeks ago and had the mechanic put on a new filter while it was lifted. He didnt put it on all the way and it fell off, but I caught it after a few miles. Put it on correctly, cleaned the MAF, and reset the computer. Now the MAF is throwing a check engine light randomly but will turn off after the car being off for a while. It's done this 3 times. It always trips while on the highway going up hill. Should I get a new sensor? Any idea what could be causing this?
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10-22-2019, 04:06 PM | #2 |
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Make sure the MAF is seated correctly and you haven't damaged the o-ring.
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10-22-2019, 06:50 PM | #3 |
Drives: 2008 Yaris Join Date: Sep 2014
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By o-ring do you mean essentially a gasket between the sensor and intake?
I should note that the idle and gas mileage haven't changed and I can't hear any interruptions in the engine noise, even when the light trips. |
10-23-2019, 12:57 PM | #4 |
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What is the code? There's more then one MAF related check engine code. MAF sensor's (especially OE quality ones) can get quite pricey so I wouldn't go buying a new one unless you're certain it's the problem.
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10-23-2019, 03:41 PM | #5 |
Did you clean the MAF with proper MAF cleaner spray?
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10-26-2019, 01:05 PM | #6 |
Drives: 2008 Yaris Join Date: Sep 2014
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I did clean it with proper MAF cleaner. The exact code is P0101. How would I know if it wasn't seated properly? It seemed to reinstall after the cleaning like normal.
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11-01-2019, 02:59 PM | #7 |
Drives: 2008 Yaris Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Austin, TX
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I reset the computer, really cleaned the MAF again and let sit for a longer time to dry, and let it idle for a good 10 minutes after the reset. So far no check engine light, will keep posted.
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11-03-2019, 12:45 PM | #8 |
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I got a rebuild maf From Napa about eight years ago for $80 for my sons 2000 and echo. Same part on the Yaris. It still works so if you need a new one no biggie.
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