What Does a Mass Air Flow Sensor Do in a Car, Truck, SUV?

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What is a mass air flow sensor, you may be wondering, especially if you saw the term in a trouble code, or your engine isn't running its best. This video answers that question for you! Len describes what a mass air flow sensor does, how it does it and why it does it. He also addresses some of the concerns of a broken or dirty sensor, and what you can do about it!
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@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@t.farris1755 3 жыл бұрын

Could this cause a car struggling to stay started on a cold start? I noticed after checking my MAS it was completely black in which i could not get rid of the Residue when spraying it. Once my car has started warming up the idle smooths out with no issues after through out driving the car. I have no check engine lights nor codes. I’m totally confused as to what the issue is. I also change the spark plugs.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+T. Farris We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@lynnesaija 3 жыл бұрын

Just went to order a MAF Sensor for my 98 Mazda but you dont have any..

@zealgaming9123 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t have a check engine light on but I recently checked my cabin air filter and it was really dirty with leaves and debris… the next thing it effects is the MAS correct?

@kennydelong9804 2 жыл бұрын

Good Advice

@SB-cs2yv 2 жыл бұрын

If I had to take a class I'd definitely want you to be my instructor. You're information is so clear and understandable.

@cinnaberrry 2 жыл бұрын

This man is amazing at explaining. The hand gestures, close up shots, and overall detailed information. Subscribed!

@traw245 2 жыл бұрын

You are beautiful 😍😍

@chordarrow1 2 жыл бұрын

Can do without the animated hand gestures, way too distracting. Awesome explanation though

@jamesware1220 Жыл бұрын

He had. Me at "runnability"

@soniasias6226 3 жыл бұрын

You're so good at explaining.

@Redberryfarm888 Жыл бұрын

Sensor cleaner $13 or so Amazon... A new sensor for our truck $55- $145 at 1A Auto. ( The first large round type shown on the table) - Will start with the cleaner. Thanks for the thorough video. 1 A Auto is our go to place for parts for years.

@whttrails 3 жыл бұрын

Never even heard of MAF sensor. Very well explained and extremely helpful! Not my current issue but great job.

@brandonbell6171 2 жыл бұрын

Come on

@biggiedickson Жыл бұрын

Nobody who just heard of a MAF calls it a MAF. Liar. :D

@paulgreen9979 Жыл бұрын

My van (UK) went into limp mode when the MAF went. Main xdealer was £120 per hr plus parts, Local commercial garage £60 per hr, but they used original part. For the warranty.. now runs like a dream.

@deemack3719 2 жыл бұрын

Either he was a CHEERLEADER, TRAFFIC 🚦 CONTROLLER BACK IN THE DAY... HIS HANDS WERE ALL OVER & VERY DETAILED!! 👍👍

@domingodeanda233 3 жыл бұрын

That was pretty damn good, well explained and understood, thanks.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

We are glad to hear it Domingo!

@renostubbs8504 2 жыл бұрын

You guys should be at a million views, all 3 of you guys are experts , simply the best I have ever seen.

@Moe504. 2 жыл бұрын

I know this is an old video but i had same problem with my Silverado my engine light was on and off mostly on thanks for sharing this information and you nailed it with explaining

@dinhpham2746 2 жыл бұрын

Len, thank you much for educational and clear presentation. I was be able to fix "check engine" light by cleaning MFA on my corrola from your video instruction.Thanks.

@azukapatrickebeh6557 2 жыл бұрын

Your simplicity makes a great deal. My lexus es330 does Engine hesitation,and I can see where the fault is coming from.

@deespasojevic3013 3 жыл бұрын

Lenn is great at explaining the components specified job. Nice job bro

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Dee Spasojevic Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

@1makeka 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, I know NOTHING about cars but I'm learning so much from you, I love it. I will be doing the check-in on my car MAF and air filter. You make it all look so easy, I hope it will be as easy for me too. THANK YOU!!! You are lovely.

@mobilecommunicationsnetwor5268 3 жыл бұрын

Always enjoy your presentations. The ECU and details on how its works would be appreciated. Do they come from one or two manufacturers, then just programmed to the car company specs? What do you offer in terms of getting the live data out and examples of this. What do you think the 2020 and 2021 scanners models are going to evolve to?

@johnnyinostroza5807 2 жыл бұрын

Your very good at explaining, thanks for clearing up some things.

@philliplake2666 2 жыл бұрын

Great presentation, detailed and clear, i learnt things i didn't know i needed to know. Brilliant.

@jamescaan8389 Жыл бұрын

I learnt alot about the sensor etc etc You're explanations are spot on and very easy to follow. Thank you

@eddiesaucedo3010 3 жыл бұрын

Thank goodness for this guy explained it 💯, will look forward for his next videos

@clintonschubert5091 2 жыл бұрын

Good job in explaining this part and how it works

@markarmstrong90 3 жыл бұрын

Nice job, simply explained. Thanks

@comadreja143ify 2 жыл бұрын

Very good job explaining about sensors thanks!

@gaylordfreeman 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy this KZfaq channel. I have a 2012 F-150 Lariat CrewCab 6.2L 4x4. When should I change the airflow, belts, hoses, shocks & struts?

@4tarsus 2 жыл бұрын

super, super video, thanks. Question: in addition to cleaning the sensor probe, should you also hit the male/female sides of the connector with same spray?

@alexneil9116 Жыл бұрын

The way you explain this is awesome.

@jcmc8615 2 жыл бұрын

as an added bonus, you will see the check engine light iluminated, ha ha ...great vid. thanks.

@MarkWilder68 2 жыл бұрын

You guys are always there when I need you thank you

@mikecalloway2688 2 жыл бұрын

I would agree, this guy's the best. Loving the (your), energy! Great stuff.

@rawlewilkinson3866 Жыл бұрын

Excellent demonstration... thank you.

@jpose1859 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. My mother in law's 2011 Buick Enclave is having problems with the check engine light indicating Bank one problem which says it has rich fuel flow? Changed both upper and lower oxygen sensors, but MFS, also could be a problem. We'll check into it again. Thank you for the video.

@ndeyefatousylla 3 жыл бұрын

Multimeter is more like it for DIY. Let's leave the $2000 one to professionals. Thank you for the informative video.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Samb wague Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

@user-bl1yp8mi9g 5 ай бұрын

This is the most informative and entertaining instruction I’ve seen so far! 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

@robertwilkinson8421 Жыл бұрын

Outstanding Vid. The explanation of the Mass Air Sensor and how it works and what it does, helped me to better understand the Air Intake system and how it effects Gas Milage. The Visual Inspection under the Hood of the Air Intake and associated system Components was also good. looking for loose parts and Leaks, that is Good stuff. Well done, Keep up the Good work.

@anthonymansell6716 Жыл бұрын

Thanks just changed mine. Performance restored

@K_Nunez 6 ай бұрын

I like it when the content creator know what they are talking about and give good advise to their viewers. 🍻

@corneliusbrown3561 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks you for giving me some information how to check mass air flow sensor

@theripper791 11 ай бұрын

Good presentation. Very informative and to the point.

@vincelawrence6909 2 жыл бұрын

You are a top notch teacher , good job.

@g.phelps5797 Жыл бұрын

Do you guys have a video about traction control stabilizing and abs lights on dash how to fix that

@edmundbrosnan707 3 жыл бұрын

tks!! it really is a good presentation and I learn additional knowledge about the subject.

@daveallen2455 2 жыл бұрын

Great instruction, Great video. Thank You !

@wenceslaoarias5441 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the videos you are the best hope you keep making videos explaining how to install parts thank you

@malcolmbest7063 2 жыл бұрын

Very direct and to-the-point appreciate it all

@SirFrancoQ Жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial! Thanks heaps mate!🧰⚙️🔧👍

@MrAloha999 Жыл бұрын

Definitely love this video and how it's presented...clear and direct...very very informative

@1AAuto Жыл бұрын

+Roland M Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@juliateleghin1370 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing it! It is really useful!!

@alexmanalo1318 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your time to teaching, and thank you for the video

@karenrice9143 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video I was ready to go outside with my screw driver.. very detailed in explaining.. thank you

@artserrano7 3 жыл бұрын

Very well explained video great information , thank you!

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Art Serrano Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com

@time2maked0hnutz54 3 жыл бұрын

The hand gestures are killin me😆but very encouraging like a cheerleader 🤣Great job Sir🙏🏽👊🏽🤙🏽

@miku3959 2 жыл бұрын

this video was informative! great explanation, thank you!

@caseyreginald6567 Жыл бұрын

He's the best. CAN U SO SOMETHING ON THERMO SENSORS

@rayneedaebluz 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU FOR THE FANTASTIC SHARE OF KNOWLEDGE ! I APPRECIATE YA!

@CarterLeigh 3 жыл бұрын

this vid was one of the most informative, I'll be checking mine tomorrow & hopefully it's just a dirty MAF. thank you.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+TLC Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@SIRPOREACTS 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Love this presentation. Very helpful and educational.

@matti2247 Жыл бұрын

Great , explanation. I have a question for you. What should I do to to enhance MPG for Toyota Rav4 2001. I have replaced the four sensors on the cathalyc converter. I am getting 22.5 MPG on High way. Thank You, Mateos.

@pattonmaning8781 2 жыл бұрын

U make all this sound so simple to me Thanks man.i know what's wrong now..im ordering parts now

@nutlange6910 3 жыл бұрын

Great explanation thank you.

@daddyjer3044 2 жыл бұрын

Great video clear as always

@gilbertchilambwe6546 2 жыл бұрын

Very educative and understandable.thanks.

@robertmills2807 2 жыл бұрын

Other instructions via You tube recommend spraying the inside of the Mass Air Flow Sensor with Mass Air Flow cleaner but you did not. Why? I am assuming you alluded to the reason why when you spoke about the internal circuit board.

@Camry-pe6up 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this tech. Info. Q.. Can we use DW40 for cleaning MAF sensor... Regards.

@mfranck100 2 жыл бұрын

You are absolutely amazing! Thank you for the great enthusiastic, upbeat, and thorough lesson. Was going to use vinegar in a spray bottle to clean the sensor. So happy I looked into this first. One question. Can't seem to find how to clean the fixed filter in a 2004 Lexus RX 330. Do I have to replace the whole filter housing? The inside is full of, what appears to be, nesting material. It is my mother's car and it only sat for 2 months, intact. We replaced all of the coil packs and spark plugs. Codes read 5th coil pack malfunction. When we were ready to replace the housing and new filter, we noticed the fixed filter on top. Then noticed the sensor definitely needed cleaning. And the inside is nasty.

@TheThreeLeggedChair 3 жыл бұрын

Well explained and helping. Thank you!

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+TheThreeLeggedChair Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

@johngoard8272 3 жыл бұрын

Well done video on a little known about component - thanks

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+John Goard Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

@rs2143 2 жыл бұрын

Here's a little advice I just purchased one for my 89 Buick 3.3 . I spent the extra money and bought it off them A1 auto parts rather than buying a cheap one well guess what it didn't fit the guide pins where .003 bigger than the old one with no taper on the ends and one crooked so I had to drill the holes on the throttle body bigger . I left them good feedback on ebay before I had time to install it . Hopefully you get better parts from them than I did . Not sure if I will do business with them again . 🤔

@deborahmohler5270 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I’m Learning lots from you.

@muhammadtahirsiddiqui8347 3 жыл бұрын

Nice explanation. I like your way of explanation.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@craigslist474 Жыл бұрын

2 words. Ur gr8. Now I'm going to watch some more of your videos.

@panplayer Жыл бұрын

Fantastic vid! Can a dirty MAF sensor cause stalling when coming to a stop?

@lamwaif8 2 жыл бұрын

Clear explanation. Well done.

@Tony-Rinaldo 3 жыл бұрын

Good videos on the vear-icles!!

@quarquorpon 3 жыл бұрын

Superb explanations. Good job bro.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@CalkoLouie 5 ай бұрын

Excelent video 1A Auto I enjoy it.

@robinhockett1191 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for help .but I need to know about the idle air control valve where is it located

@moeher84 Жыл бұрын

This is one great explaining thank you

@kenz.1977 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you dear...u such expert ...very informative TPS information...thank you again

@timothymagruder6080 3 жыл бұрын

I loved this guy , I've seen a lot of KZfaq videos but no one was as clear as this guy thanks !!!!

@Beobout6 2 жыл бұрын

Check out Chris Fix channel he explains ALL with video.

@rhondanorriswhatley7103 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 1992 Chevrolet c1500 v6 when I try to start my truck it keeps blowing ECM fuss, I put a new one in and it blew again! What needs to be done and how do I do it?

@QueBall5235 2 жыл бұрын

This guy is AMAZING simply AWESOME it's like he's driven my truck n know's feels n hears what my truck is doing HE'S MIND BLOWING THANK YOU TREMENDOUSLY SIR

@abrahamvaro5482 Жыл бұрын

Very nice video ,thanks!!!

@Pharphette 4 ай бұрын

Thank you. I just had to have my sensor replaced today and wanted to learn why (and what the heck it was lol!).

@carmelorodelas3949 2 жыл бұрын

I hope you explain also for motorcycle espc for kawasaki ninja 300, thank you

@Dholiist 3 жыл бұрын

Such a clear explanation ...wow ..he should get million views....

@bearsrodshop7067 2 жыл бұрын

Super, and well done,,, haven't bought many parts from you guys in 2021, but that's good since old folks are staying home more 😁 but best to all at 1-A1for the Holidays,, Bears Rod Shop, Tx

@bkspicknasty 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video & I really learned a lot Thanks bro

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+bkspicknasty Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

@stanleyhenry3700 Жыл бұрын

Great instructor, this guy is the real deal. Not the problem I have but wow he is good. My 2013 Ford Explorer, stops on me while driving. I had a diagnostic tool plugged in which indicates code PO2111 ( throttle body stuck open) I have never done this before. How do I solve this problem, and how do I locate the throttle body actuator? Thanks for your help in advance.

@marcuscox3246 3 жыл бұрын

What is a Veericle? Lol Great vid

@noro305 2 жыл бұрын

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@darrylm3627 2 жыл бұрын

Good Stuff, Great Tips😃👍🏿

@rattnakaanthan6914 2 жыл бұрын

hi brother. just a quick question, does changing the air flow sensor from a stock one maybe to a better branded air flow sensor could actually ehnace the air intake into the engine? does this modification actually affects the ecu or any parts of the car?

@juniorsainvilma 2 жыл бұрын

Hello sir ,I like way you're explained . I have 2 problems with my 2001 isuzu Rodeo 6 cylinders . It's starting on 4 cylinders and don't want wanna start . Short down after sometime even though it running. Can you help me on that please..

@genodavis8138 Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Buddy. I really appreciate it,,

@ericdandridge622 Ай бұрын

Good job

@fgomez583 2 жыл бұрын

Good explanation

@jayzgam3r627 3 жыл бұрын

Hey nice video but I do have a quick question i just replaced all four coils on my 2005 Nissan Altima and it runs alottt better but when i try to get the rpms to 2k on the dot it wont it will go above or below i cant seem to get it exact, it seems erratic to me and I am learning mechanic. Kinda lost here and what could be causing it to not be precise on the rpms, any ideas on what it could be???