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2002 Saturn L300 Repair Question


Topics covered: Sensor, Engine, Electrical connector.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on December 21, 2009

Mass air flow sensor

Engine Cooling problem
2002 Saturn L300 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 74988 miles

How do i change the mass air flow sensor in my 2002 sautrn L300
Avatar Asked by LIsbell46

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Replied on December 21, 2009

Hello and thanks for the donation!


http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/261618_Noname_1316.jpg

Tiny Answered by bluelightnin6 (expert)
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Replied on December 21, 2009

The MAF sensor is located on the air intake duct, under the hood and looks like the picture below..


http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/261618_Noname_1317.jpg



http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/261618_Noname2_395.jpg

Tiny Answered by bluelightnin6 (expert)
17,236 answers provided
Replied on December 21, 2009

Thanks, didnt actually expect a picture from you all....that is very helpful. Is it very hard to do yourself. also, just want to know if car will run without it? Would like to know if it can just be unplugged? lol

Tiny Response from LIsbell46
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Replied on December 21, 2009

if you unplug the MAF sensor then the engine will idle very poorly and may even stall out. you will need to replace it. it is very simple, just a few bolts and an electrical connector is all that needs removed. keep your old one though and take it back to your auto part store for a core charge refund, most auto part stores charge a core price for MAF sensors.

Tiny Answered by bluelightnin6 (expert)
17,236 answers provided
Replied on December 21, 2009

thank you for the information. Seems like a relatively simple job. Might actually give it a try.

Tiny Response from LIsbell46
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