MAF Sensor

1996 GEO PRIZM
178,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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JENBE1521
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Where is the mass air flow sensor on a 1996 geo prizm?? I was told to clean it out?? But don't have a clue where it is! Thanks so much for your help! Jen
Jul 19, 2011 at 2:35 AM
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RASMATAZ
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You don't have a MAF sensor-you try cleaning the intake air temperature sensor in the air cleaner housing
Jul 19, 2011 at 2:40 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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most of the time cleaning a mass air flow never works. the carbon becomes impregnated on the tip and stays. replacement is the only answer.
anyway, what issue are you having with your car??

Roy
Jul 19, 2011 at 4:07 AM
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JENBE1521
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Well, if I accelerate over 60-75 after running it for awhile it starts to sputter. I have done a complete tune up on the car. I don't get any codes from the computer. So it is been hard to diagnose. Any help would be appreciated!!
Jul 20, 2011 at 7:14 PM
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