MAF screws? Any tips on removing them?

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Feb 16, 2007 | 07:30 AM

BTTI

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MAF screws? Any tips on removing them?

I know, I know...dynamite.

Those tamper-proof screws are a PITA! Last time I used pliers to loosen them. This time...it doesn't work. How do I remove them? Is there a tool that I could get?

Feb 16, 2007 | 07:35 AM

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Re: MAF screws? Any tips on removing them?

I bought the adapter at autozone for a couple dollars. Don't know the size but they let me go out to the parking lot to check.

Feb 16, 2007 | 07:35 AM

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ACE hardware sometimes has a screwdriver kit with the proper bits. If not>>

Hit EBAY or search google for security torx bits. I think i've seen them at harbor freight too. I've got a set but I'm assuming your not close to central Ohio.

Feb 16, 2007 | 07:36 AM

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dremel some slots in them for a flat head

go slow, they get hot. don't want to melt the housing.

Feb 16, 2007 | 07:37 AM

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Thanks for the offer...little far to drive though :)

Although, I may be in Cleveland soon. I'll see what I find through ACE first.

Feb 16, 2007 | 07:41 AM

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Next time...>

Replace those suckers with regular #8 Phillips head screws!(or better yet, buy a ****!) Your car should be ealrly enough that a regular security Torx bit should work. Newer ones use a more secure Torx for which Bits are not available....