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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC1998FIREBIRD V8-5.7L VIN GREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSAIR FLOW METER/SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
1998 Pontiac Firebird V8-5.7L VIN G
Air Flow Meter/Sensor: Service and Repair
1998 Pontiac Firebird V8-5.7L VIN GSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Take care when handling the MAF. Do not dent, puncture, or otherwise damage the Honeycell located at the air inlet end of the MAF. Do not touch the sensing elements or allow anything including cleaning solvents and lubricants to come in contact with them. Use a small amount of a non-silicone based lubricant on the air duct only, to aid in installation. Do not drop or roughly handle the MAF.
1. Disconnect the MAF sensor electrical connector.
2. Remove the air intake duct clamps from the MAF sensor.
3. Remove the MAF sensor.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
Important: The embossed arrows on the MAF sensor indicate the proper air flow direction. The arrows must point toward the engine.
1. Install the MAF sensor into the air intake duct.
2. Install the clamps.
3. Connect the electrical connector.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.