MAF Sensor Not Clipped On

jpy1980 · 10-28-2019, 02:11 AM

So I just changed my spark plugs and in order to do it, I had to remove my passenger side intake. When I took off the plug to the maf sensor, the plastic bump that clips the plug in snapped off. So now the plug is just on with friction. It doesn't seem like it's going to pull out and its on tight but is this something I can just use electrical tape and secure it, or should I just buy a new maf sensor?

MR RIZK · 10-28-2019, 04:55 AM

Lol..

Electrical tape will not work as the heat from the bay will loosen the tape. In the interim use a couple daisy chained cable ties around the intake pipe and plug. You could use a dab of Tarzan grip or similar to add more friction to the plug mating surfaces since u appear to be more inclined to a bandaid fix.

Ultimately I would replace the sensor as that is the logical decision.

BzsBimmer · 10-28-2019, 07:18 AM

That clip is on the MAF sensor or the connector?
If it’s on the connector, replace it. Swapping the MAF wouldn’t do much for you.

jpy1980 · 10-28-2019, 09:56 AM

Got it. Thanks for the advice guys! I just ordered a new one.

The clip is on the back of the sensor itself on the female side.

10-28-2019, 02:11 AM	#1
jpy1980 Lieutenant Colonel 1582 Rep 1,976 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW M3 -Smurfy Blue Vinyl Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (3)	MAF Sensor Not Clipped On So I just changed my spark plugs and in order to do it, I had to remove my passenger side intake. When I took off the plug to the maf sensor, the plastic bump that clips the plug in snapped off. So now the plug is just on with friction. It doesn't seem like it's going to pull out and its on tight but is this something I can just use electrical tape and secure it, or should I just buy a new maf sensor? Attached Images
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10-28-2019, 04:55 AM	#2
MR RIZK Major 758 Rep 1,336 Posts Drives: AW M2C Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Lol.. Electrical tape will not work as the heat from the bay will loosen the tape. In the interim use a couple daisy chained cable ties around the intake pipe and plug. You could use a dab of Tarzan grip or similar to add more friction to the plug mating surfaces since u appear to be more inclined to a bandaid fix. Ultimately I would replace the sensor as that is the logical decision. __________________ Previous Rides: 13' 135i, 08' 130i, 03' HKS Turbo'd 350z, Modded GC8 WRX, NA MX5
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BzsBimmer Major General 3267 Rep 6,722 Posts Drives: '23 G80 FO M3, M3 & MY Tezzy's Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Nor. Cal iTrader: (32)	That clip is on the MAF sensor or the connector? If it’s on the connector, replace it. Swapping the MAF wouldn’t do much for you.
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10-28-2019, 09:56 AM	#4
jpy1980 Lieutenant Colonel 1582 Rep 1,976 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW M3 -Smurfy Blue Vinyl Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (3)	Got it. Thanks for the advice guys! I just ordered a new one. The clip is on the back of the sensor itself on the female side.
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