Originally posted by Bob Blaylock:
I had a Tempo, once, that at some point developed similar transmission-related symptoms. In this case, it turned out to be a malfunctioning O2 sensor. So yes, bad readings from a malfunctioning sensor can cause symptoms that manifest thmselves in the transmission.

In any event, if you have anything that even hints at a possibility that there might be a problem with your MAF, then the very first thing I would suggest you do is to try to clean it. This procedure is very quick, easy, and inexpensive.

First, go to your favourite auto parts supplier, and buy an aerosol can of standard carbureter cleaner, and an aerosol can of residue-free brake cleaner.

Next, remove your MAF. Looking in the intake end, you'll see a pair of wires. Spray those good, first with the carbureter cleaner; and then afterward with the brake cleaner. The carbureter cleaner is to get the crud that tends to accumulate in the MAF, and the brake cleaner is to get the residue that the carbureter cleaner would leave.

Reinstall the MAF back in the car, and you're done. If this didn't solve the problem, then you're only out a few minutes of time and labor, and a few dollars fpor the cleaning materials. If it does solve the problem, then you've just saved yourself quite a bit of time and money that might otherwise have been spent pursuing more diffult/expensive repairs.



Bought a new MAF for $150 and it wasn't the problem at all so I wasted $60 on a useless diagnosis and 150 that I can hopefully get back from autozone............