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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 07:51 PM
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How hard is the IAC sensor to clean?
I just did my MAF, is it harder? And where exactly is it located? Are there any DIY pics on here?? Thanks
 
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 09:16 PM
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It's on the back of the throttle body elbow. Takes about 15 minutes to clean. Easier than the MAF if you ask me.
 
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 09:26 PM
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its ridiculously easy.
 
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 09:29 PM
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Do I need the torx head with the hole in it? Are there any pics on how to do this?
 
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 09:35 PM
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its 2 8mm bolts. unplug the sensor, unbolt, clean, work backwards.
 
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 10:13 PM
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http://www.fordf150.net/howto/throttlebodyclean.php

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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 10:44 PM
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Thanks for the tips! It looks pretty simple.
 
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