2001 Nissan Sentra Mass air flow valve.

78,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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KCTHYNE
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I received a diagnosis by a mechanic, after much stalling, that my vehicle's mass air flow valve was bad and needed replacement. The cost quoted was ridiculous so I got online and purchased a cheaper non-Nissan brand, but identical, mass air flow valve and housing. Can I simply replace the valve myself to finally correct the stalling? Or does the internal computer need to be re-programmed to function with the new part? If so, how do I re-program the computer?
Jan 10, 2008 at 4:59 AM
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LOSTINMARS
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yes the sensors are expensive. they are a bosch design.

can't tell you if the aftermarket cheapy will work, i refuse to use them.

good luck.
Jan 23, 2008 at 3:56 PM
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