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Old Dec 29, 2005 | 09:22 PM
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testing a mass air flow sensor

how would i check a mass air flow sensor to see if it is functioning properly? im told it can be checked with a voltmeter. if so, what are the specs? any help is appreciated
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Old Dec 29, 2005 | 09:30 PM
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the haynes book says that it can only be tested with special gear at a mazda shop. I have not heard of any other way to test it out, sorry.
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Old Dec 29, 2005 | 10:00 PM
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FSM tells you exactly how to test it using a multimeter.
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Old Dec 29, 2005 | 10:51 PM
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thanks for the real helpful info...
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Old Dec 30, 2005 | 12:59 AM
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Anytime! The FSM can be dowloaded via the links in the FAQ!! Very easy to read the steps!

Hope you arent being sarcastic!
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Old Jan 4, 2006 | 01:14 AM
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yeah jrat--thanks. I was not aware of that and could use it myself....
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Old Jan 4, 2006 | 01:40 AM
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Anytime! The FSM can be dowloaded via the links in the FAQ!! Very easy to read the steps!

Hope you arent being sarcastic!
can you put the link here for faster reference!
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Old Jan 4, 2006 | 06:45 AM
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can you put the link here for faster reference!
Hit the back button on your browser, go to the top of the page, click on the FAQ and find the links to the factory manuals. Now, let me put the spoon away.
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