Air Flow Meter/Sensor: Service and Repair

2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLS (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)SECTION Service and Repair


Air Cleaner, Disassembling And Assembling







1 Rubber grommet
2 Filter element
3 Air cleaner upper section
4 Temperature regulator
- For intake air preheating
- Metal connecting pipe or with notch to regulating flap
- Checking intake air preheating
5 Gasket
- Replace if damaged
6 Air guide
- To remove unclip downward out of air cleaner upper section
7 Securing plate
8 O-ring
- Replace if damaged
9 Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor -G70-*
10 10 Nm
11 Vacuum pipe
12 Vacuum unit
13 Air cleaner lower section
14 Packing
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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.