How to remove and install the MAF sensor on Ford F-150?

For 2004 through 2008 4.2L V6 and 4.6L V8 models, the MAF sensor is located inside the air filter housing. Begin by disconnecting the cable from the negative battery terminal. Separate the two halves of the air filter housing, noting that the MAF sensor is inside the half without the air filter element. Before removing the MAF sensor, disengage the sensor wire harness grommet from the underside of the housing. Remove the grommet where the electrical harness for the MAF sensor passes through. The MAF sensor is secured to a mounting plate inside the filter housing by four retaining spring clips; carefully pry these clips loose with a small screwdriver to remove the mounting plate and MAF sensor as a single assembly. Detach the MAF sensor from the mounting plate by removing two bolts. Inspect the rubber grommet sealing the entry hole for the MAF sensor wiring harness on the underside of the filter housing, replacing it if cracked or damaged. Installation follows the reverse order of removal. For 5.4L VB and all 2009 and later models, the MAF sensor is located on the right side of the air filter housing. Disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal and the electrical connector from the MAF sensor by sliding the lock out and depressing the release tab. Remove the MAF sensor mounting screws and take out the MAF sensor from the air filter housing. If reinstalling the old MAF sensor, inspect the rubber sealing ring at the sensor mounting flange, replacing the sensor if the ring is cracked, torn, or deteriorated, as it is not available separately. Installation is again the reverse of removal.

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Ford F-150 Sensor Assembly
Part Number: BR3Z-12B579-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assy; Air Mass Sensor, Mass Air Flow Sensor, Sensor
- Manufacturer Note: RH/LH
- Position: Passenger Side/Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2018-2020 Ford F-150 | 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.0L 4V DOHC TC DSL-LION B | 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
- 2010-2014 Ford F-150 | 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC TIVCT, 6 Cyl 3.7L PFI NA, 8 Cyl 5.0L MOD DOHC SEFI NA, 8 Cyl 6.2L OHC NA | 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R70E W/TSS, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - Mazda M5R2-C, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford F-150 Sensor Assembly
Part Number: 3L3Z-12B579-BA
$152.90 MSRP: $252.73
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- Other Name: Sensor Assy
- Manufacturer Note: 4.6L, Police
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2014 Ford F-150 | 6 Cyl 4.2L OHV EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R70E W/TSS, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - Mazda M5R2-C, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Part Number: 6L3Z-12B579-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Air Mass Sensor, Mass Air Flow Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2008 Ford F-150 | 6 Cyl 4.2L OHV EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI | 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R70E W/TSS, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - Mazda M5R2-C, Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford F-150 SENSOR ASY
Part Number: LC3Z-12B579-B
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- Replaces: LC3Z-12B579-A, AFLS-198
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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- 2021 Ford F-150 | 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL
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Ford F-150 Sensor Assembly
Part Number: 1L3Z-12B579-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assy
- Replaced by: 1L3Z-12B579-AARM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2004 Ford F-150 | 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT, 4AT 4R100, 4AT 4R70W, 5MT
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Ford F-150 Sensor Assembly
Part Number: F5UZ-12B579-BA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assy
- Replaced by: F5UZ-12B579-BCRM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996 Ford F-150 | 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.8L | 3AT C6, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT 4R75W, 4AT E4OD, 5MT
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Ford F-150 Sensor Assembly
Part Number: XL3Z-12B579-BARM
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assy
- Manufacturer Note: Heritage
- Replaced by: XL3Z-12B579-BBRM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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- 1999-2004 Ford F-150 | 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT, 4AT 4R100, 4AT 4R70W, 5MT
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Ford F-150 Sensor Assembly
Part Number: YC2Z-12B579-BARM
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assy
- Replaced by: YC2Z-12B579-BBRM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2005 Ford F-150 | 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L Windsor SOHC EFI | 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R70E W/TSS, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - Mazda M5R2-C, Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford F-150 Sensor Assembly
Part Number: F4UZ-12B579-A
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- Other Name: SENSOR ASY
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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- 1994-1995 Ford F-150 | 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.8L | 3AT C6, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT 4R75W, 4AT E4OD, 4MT, 5MT
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Ford F-150 Sensor Assembly
Part Number: F7DZ-12B579-EA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005 Ford F-150 | 6 Cyl 4.2L OHV EFI | 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R70E W/TSS, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - Mazda M5R2-C, Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford F-150 Sensor Assembly
Part Number: XL3Z-12B579-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assy
- Manufacturer Note: (Lightning)
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2000 Ford F-150 | 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT 4R100, 4AT 4R70W, 5MT
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Part Number: XL3Z-12B579-BA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assy
- Replaced by: XL3Z-12B579-BBRM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2000 Ford F-150 | 8 Cyl 4.6L | 4AT 4R100, 4AT 4R70W, 5MT

Ford F-150 Mass Air Flow Sensor

Another important part in Ford F-150 cars is the mass air flow sensor, it measures the airflow into the car's engine, which helps the engine control unit or ECU to adjust fuel delivery. This sensor helps in determining the right fuel to air mixture that improves combustion and results in low emissions. Many of the Ford F-150 models have incorporated different form and types of the Mass Air Flow Sensors, the Vane Meter and Hot Wire. The Vane Meter is good for measuring velocity and causes less turbulence and further complications such as mechanical wear, but it does not allow a lot of airflow While, the Hot Wire sensor is more accurate and can be adjusted easily but is affected by such things as contaminants. There are also other less standard models ranging from Hot Film and Karman vortex sensors each of which works in entirely different ways yet all serve to measure airflow correctly. Closely related to the functioning of the Ford F-150 vehicles, one of the main aspects is the Mass Air Flow Sensor which should be maintained properly.

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Q: How to remove and install the MAF sensor on Ford F-150?
A: For 2004 through 2008 4.2L V6 and 4.6L V8 models, the MAF sensor is located inside the air filter housing. Begin by disconnecting the cable from the negative battery terminal. Separate the two halves of the air filter housing, noting that the MAF sensor is inside the half without the air filter element. Before removing the MAF sensor, disengage the sensor wire harness grommet from the underside of the housing. Remove the grommet where the electrical harness for the MAF sensor passes through. The MAF sensor is secured to a mounting plate inside the filter housing by four retaining spring clips; carefully pry these clips loose with a small screwdriver to remove the mounting plate and MAF sensor as a single assembly. Detach the MAF sensor from the mounting plate by removing two bolts. Inspect the rubber grommet sealing the entry hole for the MAF sensor wiring harness on the underside of the filter housing, replacing it if cracked or damaged. Installation follows the reverse order of removal. For 5.4L VB and all 2009 and later models, the MAF sensor is located on the right side of the air filter housing. Disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal and the electrical connector from the MAF sensor by sliding the lock out and depressing the release tab. Remove the MAF sensor mounting screws and take out the MAF sensor from the air filter housing. If reinstalling the old MAF sensor, inspect the rubber sealing ring at the sensor mounting flange, replacing the sensor if the ring is cracked, torn, or deteriorated, as it is not available separately. Installation is again the reverse of removal.