mass air flow sensor problems

[tcreek11]

well i purchased a mass air flow sensor and installed it and when i started my car the lights kept flickering and the car ran like shit is there any reason this could happen.

[Redog]

Is it in backwards?

[tcreek11]

no it is not i checked that becaue of another thread

[tcreek11]

its only when it is idleing because i took a trip around the block and it was running fine once i got it up to speed it was just right when i turn it on. but i dont think it should be doing it period.

[Redog]

Hmmm?

Is the connection tight? Are the wires inside the MAF damaged or bent?

The MAF uses a "hot Wire" tech.

Maybe this will help you understand better and pinpoint the problem. The MAF measures the humidity and volume of air going into the motor.

http://www.kemparts.com/TechTalk/tt06.asp

You said you bought a new one, maybe it's bad, or the wrong size for the car

[pimpalero2003]

did u buy the one for the yr of your alero or did u but the corvette one or something and ur in lexgtion? im in the ville

[CBLOHM3400]

Did You Tighten Up The Clamps That Hold It All Together???