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Old 11-28-2007, 09:20 PM
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Default How to clean IAT sensor?

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Ok to use CRC MAF cleaner to clean this? If not, what to do?

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I've used a carb cleaner which has worked well by letting it soak.
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What were the results before/after cleaning?
Old 11-29-2007, 05:07 AM
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Default I used isopropyl alcohol on my A4, worked fine.

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Any other input? I'm tempted to just use CRC MAF Cleaner....
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Thanks, i followed that link...question was about cleaning the MAF?
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It's not especially delicate. I used brake cleaner I think.
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I've heard of people using the same method, you're thinking of using MAF cleaner aren't you?
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Yeah, since it says it's safe for electrical parts... i supppose it wont hurt.
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but it removed carbon gunk without any apparent harm.
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