Mass Air Flow Meter: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Lexus LS 600hL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

HINT:

When viewed from the rear of the engine assembly, Bank 1 is on the left side and Bank 2 is on the right side.

REMOVE V-BANK COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE AIR CLEANER CAP SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
1. Disconnect the MAF meter connector.
2. Remove the 2 clamps, loosen the hose clamp and remove the air cleaner cap LH.
REMOVE AIR CLEANER CAP SUB-ASSEMBLY RH
1. Disconnect the MAF meter connector.
2. Remove the 2 clamps, loosen the hose clamp and remove the air cleaner cap RH.
REMOVE MASS AIR FLOW METER SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Bank 1)
1. Remove the 2 screws and MAF meter.
  
  Fig 1: Locating MAF Meter And Screws
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REMOVE MASS AIR FLOW METER SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Bank 2)
1. Remove the 2 screws and MAF meter.
  
  Fig 2: Locating MAF Meter And Screws
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002