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Hey guys, need to see if anyone can help me out with my little issue.
I took my X5 to the dealership and they diagnosed that my "Service Engine Soon" light was because of my Mass Airflow Sensor. Well, it's out of warranty already so I decided to order the part through ebay. part came, was exact fit and everything, but SES light is still going off. Now, I have the RC / FCX3 code reader and it'll reset the light, but the light will still go off later on in the day. Now, my question is: Is my light still going off because this wasn't an OEM BMW part? When I use the code reader, it's telling me it's the same thing, the MAF Sensor. Should I just shell out the bucks to purchse an OEM part? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! |
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Yes, this along with camshaft sensors, and other vital electronics should be left to OEM. Also check the intake boot for cracks.
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Ok. Will do. Thanks for your help.
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Check your CCV and related hoses as those were throwing codes that also said the MAF was bad on my 3.0.
Good Luck!!
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I had trouble with an ebay MAF sensor. Buyer beware on those. Mine looked like someone had opened it and tried to refurbish it. It did not work.
I ordered a new Bosch MAF after that and it's worked fine for a couple years now. |
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A friend had a similar experience with an eBay maf sensor on a 5 series, he went with oem and all troubles went away... As Slick said, this is one part you should go OEM. Good luck..
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Great advice guys, thanks so much for the help!
Now, question is: Where can I get a good MAF Sensor without shelling out some major bucks? Anyone have any good sites?
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Just about anywhere. I paid well under $200 for a new Bosch, correct part #, etc at a local Carquest.
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bigdipper
Get yourself an aerosol of electrics cleaner and give it a good blasting with it.Do not touch any of the electrics with anything abrasive.It worked for me,and could save you lots of money.
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Ecstuning.com. There a lot more. Make sure you buy OE BMW, not OEM.
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