For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the mass air flow (MAF)/intake air temperature (IAT) sensor electrical connector.
2. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement.
3. Remove the MAF/IAT sensor screws.

Caution:

• | Handle the MAF sensor carefully.

• | Do not drop the MAF sensor in order to prevent damage to the MAF sensor.

• | Do not damage the screen located on the air inlet end of the MAF.

• | Do not touch the sensing elements.

• | Do not allow solvents and lubricants to come in contact with the sensing elements.

• | Use a small amount of a soap based solution in order to aid in the installation.

4. Carefully remove the MAF/IAT sensor from the air cleaner housing cover.
5. Discard the MAF/IAT sensor gasket.

### Installation Procedure

Caution:

• | Handle the MAF sensor carefully.

• | Do not drop the MAF sensor in order to prevent damage to the MAF sensor.

• | Do not damage the screen located on the air inlet end of the MAF.

• | Do not touch the sensing elements.

• | Do not allow solvents and lubricants to come in contact with the sensing elements.

• | Use a small amount of a soap based solution in order to aid in the installation.

1. Install a NEW MAF/IAT sensor gasket.
2. Carefully install the MAF/IAT sensor into the air cleaner housing cover.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

3. Install the MAF/IAT sensor screws and tighten to 4 N·m (35 lb in).
4. Install the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement.
5. Reconnect the MAF/IAT sensor electrical connector.