HELP! Spark knock!? Changed air intake

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Feb 10, 2004 | 02:15 PM

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hallboy

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reset computer

Exlporereddieb.
I disconnect every time I do something to the engine including changing the plugs.
I don't however turn the lights on or anything like that. I will try it and let the battery sit over night tonight.

Feb 10, 2004 | 05:42 PM

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maa139: I don't know how to pull codes!?! I have run a carbon cleaning system. I cleaned MAF when I did the filter swap. I have NOT replaced the filter or torqued the lower intake bolts. I will try that as well. Keep in mind this all happened after switching the filter.

You can either go to autozone - they will pull codes for free for you. Or, you can use a paper clip and watch the CEL flashing. There are posts here that describe how to do that, or a haynes manual will also have the procedures. If it just started after changing the air intake, I'd start with cleaning the MAF and resetting the computer.

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Feb 11, 2004 | 08:08 AM

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I have throttle body spray. I think it will work for the MAF. I will let it sit for an hour or so off the batt and see what happens.

By the way. If anyone wants to see what this thing looks like you can look at my gallerys.

Feb 11, 2004 | 12:48 PM

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Thanks to all!!!

Thanks to eveyone that gave advice. After many different things it is finally gone!
I replaced the plugs, cleaned the throttle body, cleaned the MAF, ran a hose from the vac tree to the intake tube and finally disconnected the battery for about 3 hours.
I test drove this morning and it appears to be gone. I'm sure this will help my fuel and save me from more trouble latter down the road.
Again, Thanks to everyone who helped out. This is an awesome site

Feb 11, 2004 | 02:34 PM

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Let us know what happens to your milage...and glad we could help!

Feb 12, 2004 | 12:45 PM

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Congrats!! I'm sure you will get at least a couple extra miles a gallon now. I'll be adding my own FIPK too and I'll see if I can get up to 20mpg on the highway.

Feb 12, 2004 | 05:42 PM

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FIPK

Explorereddie,

Feb 12, 2004 | 05:45 PM

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explorereddie,
sorry about the last blank reply.
you know ofcourse you can buy a nice kit for $150+ but this entire set up cost me less than $30. I can give you pics if you like and now I think there is a piece you can buy that will even make it easier.
Good luck.

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Feb 12, 2004 | 05:47 PM

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I bought it used for $40. It was only used for a year so it's a great deal!

Feb 12, 2004 | 07:32 PM

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$40!!

That is a sweet deal for sure!
Just remember to disconnect the batt for awhile before test driving.

Feb 12, 2004 | 08:52 PM

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Will do!

Feb 15, 2004 | 07:14 PM

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Welp...installed it over the weekend. Here's a pic:

Had a little trouble installing it because of missing bolts and nuts to attach the MAS and the filter adapter but $0.26 and 4 new bolts, nuts and washers later, it's installed. It's a lot louder and has a lot better throttle response. And it's only $40!!! I love it!!!