Hello all is it ok to clean the maf with WD40..

Thanks
Andy

 

No. I wouldn't. The way the MAF works will be affected if there is an oily film left over it.

The only thing i'd use to clean it would be brake cleaner but do not squirt it directly at it - they are very delicate and sensitive, the pressure can damage them.

 

thanks mate just done a search and another site recomends Isopropyl...

Andy

 

Yeah. It's known as IPA. Brake cleaner can sometimes leave a small amount of residue depending on which brand you use.

IPA won't leave that residue but its not as easy to quickly lay your hands on.

I've cleaned MAFs with brake cleaner before without problem but yes, in a perfect world - IPA is a little better.

 

As said WD-40 is a bad idea. I've always cleaned mine with electrical contact cleaner in an aerosol.

 

You get ipa from chemist

 

or PC world i believe... used to use isopropyl alcohol to clean computer parts at work

 

It's basically alcohol so as said should be able to get it from chemist as you use it when got cuts etc, you can get pads to clean CPU'S as well so as said avaliable from PC World as well.

Martin

 

I've used this in the past on a few occasions, works a treat!

http://www.maplin.co.uk/electronic-s...-cleaner-30056

 

Carb cleaner, used it for 25+ years, not damaged a maf yet even directly blasting.
You can also use VODKA, but you may wish to save that for yourself!!
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