Car Fix DIY Videos

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This video goes over how to clean or replace a MAF sensor on a 2009 Saturn Vue with a 3.6 motor. This should be the same for any 2007-2010 Saturn Vue with a 3.6 motor. With a PO101 and a PO102 code, I knew the mass airflow sensor circuit was low and not operating in its specified range. It was performing poorly and had a rough idle. I was hoping that cleaning the mass airflow sensor would correct this problem, but I ended up replacing it with a new one after the cleaning attempt failed. A lot of times if your car is performing poorly or not starting, you can disconnect the mass airflow sensor. The vehicle will then switch to limp mode and then the car may idle or start better, thus proving your theory that the mass airflow sensor isn’t performing to the proper factory specifications. Signs of bad mass airflow sensor are check engine light, running rich or lean idling, poor acceleration, stalling, or hard to start.

Tools needed:

Screw Driver — — https://amzn.to/3xJb2OF
Socket Set — — https://amzn.to/36IcWn3
Hand Cleaner — — https://amzn.to/3jkXlBk
Rubber Gloves — — https://amzn.to/35STq6Q
Shop Towels — — https://amzn.to/3y2KwzR

Parts:

MAF Sensor Cleaner — — https://amzn.to/3xT6TbU
MAF Sensor — — https://amzn.to/3omTEgu

These are the tools we used or something that’s similar. There are many manufacturers and various prices. It’s a good idea to buy the better tool with the best warranty and easiest exchange in case of tool failure.

Disclaimer:

The Auto Teacher assumes no liability for property damage or injury that happens as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Any information learned from this video is to be used at your own risk. The Auto Teacher recommends safety first! Protective gloves, safety glasses and jack stands are highly recommended. These tutorials are made strictly to help people with their car projects and are given to provide factual information we’ve learned over the past 40 years working on cars. We do not guarantee any particular result or any particular warranty. Any injury, loss or damage contained by the viewer while attempting to follow the video’s instructions is solely the viewer’s fault and not The Auto Teacher.