Pinpoint Tests J: Mass Airflow (MAF) Sensor: Introduction

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NOTE: Regeneration may occur during normal operation. During regeneration, diagnostic procedures may display biased values. If a regeneration occurs during diagnostic procedures, allow the process to complete before continuing diagnostics.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

  • mass air flow/intake air temperature (MAF/IAT) sensor (12B579)
  • harness circuits: MAF, SIGRTN, and VPWR
  • PCM (12A650)
Fig 1: Mass Airflow/Intake Air Temperature (MAF/IAT) Sensor Connector
G07432169Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Pin Circuit
4 SIGRTN (Signal Return)
5 MAF (Mass Airflow)
3 VPWR (Vehicle Power)
Fig 2: Powertrain Control Module-B (PCM-B) Connector
G07432312Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Pin Circuit
60 SIGRTN (Signal Return)
40 MAF (Mass Airflow)
Fig 3: Powertrain Control Module-T (PCM-T) Connector
G10769132Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Pin Circuit
15 SIGRTN (Signal Return)
24 MAF (Mass Airflow)
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