A Mass Air Flow sensor (MAF) is one of the main components of an electronic fuel injection system in your car. It is installed between the intake manifold of the engine and the air filter. The mass air flow sensor is responsible for measuring the amount of air entering the engine or the air flow.  If you push down on the accelerator, the engine will need more fuel to increase the rate at which the pistons are moved. In order to increase speed, more fuel and air are needed. The amount of fuel must be kept in line with the amount of air coming in. This is why the mass air flow sensor is such an important part in the vehicle.

Your Ford F-150 pick-up truck is capable of demonstrating its prowess with any work, in any weather or road conditions.  Always ensure that your truck’s horsepower and torque are running as well as possible by replacing your Ford F-150 mass air flow sensor with AutoZone’s high-quality array of parts.

The Mass Air Flow sensor is a very sensitive sensor. It uses two wires to measure the amount of air flowing into the engine. The two wires are heated (by electricity) and the more electricity used to heat them tells the ECU how much air is flowing past them. The MAF sensor is prone to failure due to age or other factors affecting its performance.   A malfunctioned MAF sensor can cause your vehicle to run too rich or run too lean. You’ll notice if the tailpipes eject black smoke or when the engine runs rough or backfires. You may also notice you’re filling up at the gas station more than usual.  The most common symptoms from a bad mass air flow sensor include a car that is difficult to start, slow acceleration, reduced engine power especially when accelerating and sometimes a fuel odor from the exhaust fumes. You can also notice a difference in the fuel economy as the main function of the mass air flow sensor is to let the engine know how much fuel it should inject.  A properly functioning MAF sensor is vital for an engine to run efficiently. If you suspect your car has a bad MAF sensor then you should check it out as soon as possible.

It is imperative to clean the MAF regularly to reap the benefits from reduced pinging to increased mileage, and preventing it from burning out (saving yourself lots of money). There is really no reason to not clean the MAF sensor once every 6 months to minimize MAF sensor issues. Also clean it shortly after installing or reinstalling an oil filed air filter.

You’ve most likely invested a considerable amount of money, time and effort in your F-150 truck.  To safeguard your investment, you must keep up with regular maintenance and necessary repairs.  To replace your Ford-150 MAF sensor and buy Ford F-150 parts online, head over to AutoZone. You’ll get free shipping too on your purchases and they have the solution for you. Alternatively, you can chat with the AutoZoners at your local store for assistance locating hard-to-find electrical parts.