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MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) E 280 (210.663) View more

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All the parts you need to replace – Mass Air Flow Sensor for E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Tools
Replacement: mass air flow sensor – MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF210). Tools you need:
Electronic spray
Crow bar
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: mass air flow sensor – MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF210). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Сlear the trouble codes from the electronic control unit if necessary.
  • Make sure that no dust or dirt gets into the air duct components and the throttle body.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: mass air flow sensor – MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF210). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Remove the engine cover.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: mass air flow sensor – MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF210). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the air intake hoses.
  3. Step 5
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the air filter housing.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: mass air flow sensor – MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF210). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  5. Step 7
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    Detach the mass air flow sensor connector.
  6. Step 8
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    Release the mass air flow sensor retaining clips. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 9
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    Cover the throttle body with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  8. Step 10
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    Clean the mounting seat of the mass air flow sensor.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the microfibre towel from the throttle body.
  10. Step 12
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    Release the mass air flow sensor retaining clips. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 13
    Replacing Mass Air Flow Sensor on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF210) 1998 E 220 CDi (210.606) by yourself
    Remove the mass air flow sensor.
  12. Step 14
    E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) E 280 (210.663) 1999 Mass Air Flow Sensor DIY replacement workshop manual
    Install a new mass air flow sensor. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
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