1998 Buick Lesabre airbox silencer

77,200 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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PUPPET81
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if i cut out the silencer in my airbox under the hood how will affect my maf sensor? will my check engine light come on?
Oct 23, 2009 at 7:58 AM
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MICKEY-D
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I never tried to do that, but several companies make those cold air kits, K&N, Moroso, etc. and they work with no lights coming on. Also, the Maf sensor senses air flow to adjust fuel mixture, so that should be OK. If not, there aftermarket sensors available. mickey-d
Dec 7, 2009 at 3:47 AM
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