Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking: Notes
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The Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor signal is used by the control module to calculate the permissible injection quantity and to regulate Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR). The smaller the MAF sensor signal is, the smaller fuel may be injected.
NOTE:
Use only gold-plated terminals when servicing terminals in harness connector of Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor.
Recommended special tools and equipment
- V.A.G1526 multimeter or V.A.G1715 multimeter
- V.A.G1594 connector test kit
- Wiring diagram