MAF Sensor Cleaning DIY (N52)
05-09-2010, 11:44 PM
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I would strongly recommend doing this even without the symptoms. You may actually not notice any symptoms until the sensor is beyond cleaning, so it is always good to keep it "clean". It is recommended to do this cleaning every time you change you air filter. Also, I'm beginning to think that having a less restrictive air filter + ram air scoop sort of contributes to the sensor getting dirty more often - at least in city conditions.
Not sure what products there are in Germany that are same as this cleaner here, but I'd guess there should definitely be something very similar at your local auto parts store
Not sure what products there are in Germany that are same as this cleaner here, but I'd guess there should definitely be something very similar at your local auto parts store
Allright, thanks.
Think I found the right stuff:
http://cgi.ebay.de/Sensor-Reiniger-Luftmassenmesser-LMM-4-48-100ml-/400087404833?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Autoteile_Zubeh%C3%B6r&hash=item5d27115121
Gonna go ahead and try it
05-17-2010, 07:24 AM
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What you gonna do with power steering reservior? I know it`s common problem for all E60... :thumbsdown:
What you gonna do with power steering reservior? I know it`s common problem for all E60... :thumbsdown:
05-17-2010, 09:32 PM
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Here's the part number for the torx screw: 13627531817
I cannot find the size anywhere for some reason though
05-18-2010, 11:59 AM
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There should be a plug that goes into the side of your inlet pipe from your airbox towards the engine plenum. It is located in there. Should be easily accessible!
05-18-2010, 08:36 PM
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I think the cleaner I used is alcohol-based and its definitely not oily or greasy. It dried very quickly, but it was NOT pressurized air can - there was some sort of liquid there. I'll try to look at the can and see if I can give you a rough idea of the ingredients.
05-19-2010, 06:32 AM
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Not sure. I'd stay away from putting WD 40 on there though - just somehow it doesn't make sense to me. I may be wrong though.
I think the cleaner I used is alcohol-based and its definitely not oily or greasy. It dried very quickly, but it was NOT pressurized air can - there was some sort of liquid there. I'll try to look at the can and see if I can give you a rough idea of the ingredients.
I think the cleaner I used is alcohol-based and its definitely not oily or greasy. It dried very quickly, but it was NOT pressurized air can - there was some sort of liquid there. I'll try to look at the can and see if I can give you a rough idea of the ingredients.