Where is the MAF?

1994 TOYOTA 4RUNNER
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AYKOSS
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Trying to locate the MAF on 94 4runner 3vz-fe so i can clean it. and is it the hot wire type? thanks!
Jul 8, 2012 at 2:17 AM
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DRCRANKNWRENCH
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It is on top of the air cleaner assembly. Here is a guide to help


https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-mass-air-flow-sensor-maf

Let me know if you need anything else.
Jul 8, 2012 at 2:21 AM
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AYKOSS
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I took that off and looked inside behind the door flap and i don't see the wire i have to spray. behind that flap is a small plastic tube coming from top(1cm long x 3mm wide). is that the thing i clean? thanks alot for your reply im having trouble finding info on this.
Jul 8, 2012 at 2:41 AM
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DRCRANKNWRENCH
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That is what you should clean. Make sure you use Mass Air Flow Cleaner as they are very sensitive. One reson you may be having trouble is that it is often referred to as and Air Flow Meter and it has the air temperature sensor integrated into it.
Jul 8, 2012 at 3:21 AM
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AYKOSS
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not the hot wire type maf. can't be cleaned. need a new one. thanks.
Jul 17, 2012 at 5:56 AM
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Glad it worked out. Come back anytime you need anything.
Jul 20, 2012 at 4:34 AM