1993 Buick Century Mass air Flow Sensor problem?

1993 BUICK CENTURY
114,492 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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WDORR
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I believe I have it narrowed down to this part, but I'm curious if the MAF sensor can be bypassed. Is it possible for a bad sensor to prevent the vehicle from starting? I disconnected the current MAF sensor three days ago, and the car ran well, until this morning.
Nov 18, 2008 at 12:55 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi:
I'm not sure what your problem was, but I am surprised that the car ran without the MAF. IT sounds like that would be the problem. But, before replacing it, have the computer scanned for trouble codes. If any codes are stored, they will direct you.

Let me know what you find.

Joe
Nov 19, 2008 at 10:34 PM
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