removing and cleaning maf w210 e200

[finto58]

any advice on removing and cleaning the maf ? engine runs like an old train when idling and doesn,t accelerate very well or should i just have it replaced ?

 

[television]

Welcome to the forum have you tried it with the MAF unplugged,,ignore idle,just see if it goes better

 

[finto58]

thanks TV i,ll have a go at that !!!

 

[finto58]

i did as you suggested TV and car is runnig much better , is it ok to leave disconnected or what should i do next ??

 

[television]

You get a new one,,and you will be back to normal.

Cheapest from Bosch service centers or

http://www.airmassmeters.com/

 

[finto58]

once again thanks a mil TV , but is it ok to drive with maf diconnected for a day or two ??

 

[television]

Yes it will do no harm at all,,I have had the MAF disconnected on my V70R for 20 months now while I save for a new one

 

[finto58]

I really appreciate your help.... I need to keep this car on road coz its a taxi........ once again thanks a mil !!!!!!!!