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ledrocnoc
05-05-2006, 09:15 PM
Got the word from my friendly mechanic (MB mechanic working on my car off hours) that I need a new MAS for my 1998 C43

:-(

He said $600 from MB for the part...

What's the net wisdom on that? How much for installation? Is it a DIY job?

Thanks.
Denlasoul
05-05-2006, 09:22 PM
About $250 for part. Install rating 3 out of 10.
rollinrealbig
05-05-2006, 09:47 PM
HaHa i just cleaned mine out on a C230, works good as new and saved big time $$$

dont know about C43's though

:confused:
MeanC43
05-07-2006, 05:11 PM
Hey man , I have a 1998 C43 and I got a new MAS and it made the car SOOO much more powerful... Before i got it when it kicked down a gear it would have major lag... I think I paid about $400 total with labor... I would definetely do it though!
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d36/MeanC43/Jordanspics023.jpg
jnenad16
05-07-2006, 05:33 PM
a few sprays of this should do the trick if the MAS' hot film is dirty:
http://www.crcindustries.com/auto/content/prod_detail.aspx?PN=05110&S=Y

nenad
rollinrealbig
05-07-2006, 09:05 PM
I have a C230 so i dont think the MAF is the same but ... Ive heard rumors ... that the C230 MAF is also used on Other cars ... and works exactly the same, the differance is that u use the senser part - not the tube ... just costs under $100 NEW!!!


I will let you guys know FOR SURE this week, I know a place that has a car that should have the MAF on it - ill pull it and see if the rumor is true.
Skavuvi
05-09-2006, 07:21 AM
I've also heard this as well. My mechanic said that there is a VW part that's exactly the same as the sensor on the V6 that costs $75. I would be in heaven if this is actually true. I have a couple of MAF layin around with dead sensors.
rollinrealbig
05-09-2006, 09:47 PM
yea the sensors may be same but not the tube - you can screw the tube and just replace the sensor.
CMSw202
06-02-2006, 09:54 AM
Originally posted by jnenad16
a few sprays of this should do the trick if the MAS' hot film is dirty:
http://www.crcindustries.com/auto/content/prod_detail.aspx?PN=05110&S=Y

nenad





could i just use any electronics cleaning product? i have some that i use for my sound equipment.