mycotopian

Hey guys I was poking around the forums and saw something about cleaning mass air sensors and though it would be a good Idea to clean mine. So I went out and started unbolting my airbox to get to the sensor and while I was doing all this I undid 2 screws behind the plug going into the box. I slowly pulled this away about a half inch before I realized what I had done. I ruined my airflow meter. Called the stealership and they want $500 for the part!!



My hopes is that there is an online source I haven't found to get these much cheaper used maybe. Or a swap from a different vehicle that will off some t
ype of performance increase. I figure If I am going to blow a bunch of cash might as well get a few pny's out of it. Thanks for the help

rimpainter.com

Sorry about what happened. We have all done something stupid. You have a VFM (Vane Flow Meter), not a MAFS.

There are many Toyota Wholesalers that could cut you a deal. Seach on google and you will find something. Give TOR (Todd) a buzz and see what he can do.

Good luck!

mycotopian

Actually gents I was able to dismantle and repair the sensor. It took about 3 hours to get it right (it is extremly sensative) but all is well!!!

Hooray!!!

metal22lica

cool..now you can use that money for a mod!!

rimpainter.com

Good job man, glad it worked out!

mycotopian

I wouldn't mind replacing my rebuilt one with a newer one if anybody out there can get me one for around $50. Otherwise I am just going to run it

Paul H.

Don't feel bad, I did the same thing but realized that something was wrong almost immediately and was able to reinstall the screws before I did any damage. Lucky me.:pat:

outdoorfever

haha, i just ripped mine right out, connections and all i've got you all beat

AgRunner06

Well I'm glad it worked out ok.

outdoorfever

you betcha