MAF Cleaner?
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 27
Likes: 0
From: Anthem, AZ
MAF Cleaner?
Hello all,
I did a search for acceptable MAF cleaner, and saw a few recommendations.
THe local parts store didn't carry a specific MAF cleaner, but recommended STP Throttle Body & Air Intake cleaner.
Would this be okay to use? Any particular ingredient in the cleaner to look for or steer clear of?
Any input is greatly appreciated.
I did a search for acceptable MAF cleaner, and saw a few recommendations.
THe local parts store didn't carry a specific MAF cleaner, but recommended STP Throttle Body & Air Intake cleaner.
Would this be okay to use? Any particular ingredient in the cleaner to look for or steer clear of?
Any input is greatly appreciated.
Junior User
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 75
Likes: 0
The MAF cleaner is a waste of money. The element is not that fragile. It simply heats up when in use, the airflowing thru it cools it down and the voltage that it takes to heat it back up is what the EEC reads. The MAF element itself is not an electronic device beyond the voltage to heat it. Rubbing alcohol on more MAF equipped cars than I can count, ZERO problems. Just the facts fellas.
Last edited by AdamSmith; Oct 22, 2007 at 08:09 AM.
Senior User
Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 133
Likes: 0
From: Colorado
the crc maf cleaner does not leave a residue as does alcohol 70%.. if you must use rubbing alcohol ,then get it in 99% pure from the pharmacy...i am a o scale model railroader and the plain rubbing alcohol leaves a residue on the tracks causes contact problems....so just use the crc maf cleaner no residue. its cheap.
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 27
Likes: 0
From: Anthem, AZ
I was able to locate the CRC MAF cleaner, and it seems to have eliminated a good deal of the hesitation I was experiencing.
Thank you all for your input!
Thank you all for your input!
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026
Brett Foote
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time
Joe Kucinski
Junior User
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 75
Likes: 0
Originally Posted by boxcar_tommie22
the crc maf cleaner does not leave a residue as does alcohol 70%.. if you must use rubbing alcohol ,then get it in 99% pure from the pharmacy...i am a o scale model railroader and the plain rubbing alcohol leaves a residue on the tracks causes contact problems....so just use the crc maf cleaner no residue. its cheap.
Elder User
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 878
Likes: 0
From: Cornelius, Oregon
Originally Posted by AdamSmith
Good info, but once again, there is no "contact" or electrical circuit taking palce here. Only voltage to heat the element. Now if something can change the actual temp of the element then it would affect the MAF.
Senior User
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 467
Likes: 1
From: Where the war is...
Is there really that much gunk on these things? I looked at my maf at 80k and it looked clean to me. I cleaned it with crc, but I didn't see anything on the cue-tip. I don't get how there's that much of an opportunity to gunk up but I could see if there was gunk that it could insulate the wire. Its a real small wire anyway. Doesn't hurt to wipe it clean once in a while I guess, but I usually spend more time cleaning the throttle body and throttle plate and the IAC passage, now that's got gunk...!
Junior User
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 75
Likes: 0
Originally Posted by pitrow
The buildup of "gunk" on the element acts as an insulator, holding heat in and gives false readings.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
sideout2
Modular V8 (4.6L, 5.4L)
13
Nov 18, 2005 06:21 PM
