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Old Apr 6, 2008 | 07:35 PM
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Mass Air Flow sensor problem

I have an 03 coupe.

Recently, when I start the engine in warm, its starts then stops.

My friend said it could be a MAF problem.

How hard is it to remplace the MAF?

Is it really an MAF problem?
 
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Old Apr 6, 2008 | 09:07 PM
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can you give us more details please?

do you have an aftermarket intake?

what are the RPMs at?
 
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Old Apr 6, 2008 | 09:53 PM
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Everything is OEM. My car is not modded at all.

One day, I start my car, it starts, then stops RPM at 0.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2008 | 10:50 PM
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First try to reset the ECU. Unplug the battery for 30 min and see what happens.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2008 | 10:58 PM
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sounds mroe like a throttle body issue.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2008 | 11:24 PM
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hmm .. should I bring it to the dealer? I have no more warranty though ...
 
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Old Apr 6, 2008 | 11:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Metalp3n
sounds mroe like a throttle body issue.
+1 on the the throttle body. It needs cleaning. It's not really anything critical, but starting the car up twice is annoying after awhile.

here's a link...
https://g35driver.com/forums/g35-coupe-v35-2003-07/170218-help-engine-dies-right-after-starup.html
 
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 05:46 PM
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The thing is that is starts well when the engine is cold. But when the engine is warm, it does that problem. My friend says its possible that the MAF sensor is defected ... ? I called the dealer to see how much it cost for the sensor ... its 300$ .... Does anyone know where i can order it for less? Im in canada by the way.
 
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 05:52 PM
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I had the exact same problem.
I used a MAF sensor cleaner, and it fixed the problem..
 
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 05:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Deezflip
+1 on the the throttle body. It needs cleaning. It's not really anything critical, but starting the car up twice is annoying after awhile.

here's a link...
https://g35driver.com/forums/showthread.php?t=170218
Nice thanks! I'll clean the throttle body and check it out!
 
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 05:53 PM
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Originally Posted by joedaddy1
I had the exact same problem.
I used a MAF sensor cleaner, and it fixed the problem..
where can i get a sensor cleaner? something special?
 
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Old Apr 8, 2008 | 10:47 AM
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where can i get a sensor cleaner? something special?
CRC Mass Air Flow Sensor Cleaner

Can be found at most autoparts store. If one doesn't have it, try another, it is relatively common.
 
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Old Apr 8, 2008 | 05:34 PM
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Problem SOLVED!!!

Clean the Throttle Body!!! and everthing is back to normal.

Thanks all!

Thank god I didnt go to the dealer, it took 30 min just to fix it!
 
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Old Apr 8, 2008 | 08:19 PM
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Originally Posted by GoDaddy
Problem SOLVED!!!

Clean the Throttle Body!!! and everthing is back to normal.

Thanks all!

Thank god I didnt go to the dealer, it took 30 min just to fix it!
good job man,

...surprising how much carbon build-up it accumulates in there right?
 
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Old Apr 8, 2008 | 10:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Deezflip
good job man,

...surprising how much carbon build-up it accumulates in there right?
Yeah it was hell dirty. Thanks for pointing me at the good direction!
 
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