How to remove and install the Air Temperature Sensor and Mass Air Flow Sensor on V6 on Mercedes-Benz C230?

In V6 models, the MAF/IAT sensor is located beneath the engine cover and air filtering chamber, above the air intake, which is ducted to the throttle vacuum, and then upward behind the elbow-shaped crosspiece of the air intake duct. Start with unplugging the air intake duct at the MAF/IAT sensor and the air duct that goes to the air intake sounder. Then extract electrical connector(MAF/IAT sensor) by strongly holding it, pushing the release tabs and pulling in one way. Unplugging the PCV hose can be either done by removing the hose clip located on the right side of the sensor and removing the sensor by using a screwdriver to unlock the clamp as well as undoing the clamp support brackets. Insert the metal spring clamp to the lower end of the sensor, pry it back with a screwdriver to unhook it out of the elbow-shaped air intake duct, then straight up pull the sensor. Check the big rubber seal on the inside of the duct and make changes as needed. Installation is backwards so that all the support brackets of the clamp should be in contact with the lugs on the intake manifold. In four-cylinder models, the MAF/IAT sensor is at the left hand side of the engine. Begin by unscrewing the engine cover and unplugging the electric connector of the sensor. Unscrew the hose clamp fastening the air scoop to the short connection hose, loosen the air scoop on the throttle body and take it off. Next take off the hose clamp holding short connection hose to sensor and hose. Lastly, unscrew the bolts around the sensor and the sensor and installing is the opposite of removing. With 2003-2005 models the sensor will be located in the rear of the air filter housing and the procedure is still the same except the engine block cover and electrical connection need to be removed, then the air filter housing, then remove the bolts that hold the sensor to the air intake duct. Installation is once again the opposite of demobilisation.

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Mercedes-Benz Air Temperature Sensor
Part Number: 009-542-68-17
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- Other Name: Sender Unit, Air Cleaner
Fits the following Mercedes-Benz Models:
- 300SE | 1992-1993 | Base | 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
- 300SL | 1991-1993 | Base | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
- 400E | 1992-1993 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.2 L GAS
- 400SE | 1992 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.2 L GAS
- 400SEL | 1993 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.2 L GAS
- 500E | 1992-1993 | Base | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- 500SEC | 1993 | Base | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- 500SEL | 1992-1993 | Base | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- 500SL | 1990-1993 | Base | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- 600SEC | 1993 | Base | 12 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
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Mercedes-Benz Air Intake Temperature Sensor
Part Number: 276-905-00-00
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- Other Name: Temperature Sensor
Fits the following Mercedes-Benz Models:
- A220 | 2019 | 4Matic, Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- AMG GT | 2018-2021 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
- AMG GT 63 | 2023, 2019-2021 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
- AMG GT 63 S | 2023, 2019-2021 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
- AMG GT 63 S E Performance | 2023 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.0 L PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV)
- AMG GT Black Series | 2021 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
- AMG GT C | 2018-2021 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
- AMG GT R | 2018-2020 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
- AMG GT R Pro | 2020 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
- AMG GT S | 2018-2019 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Part Number: 010-542-57-17
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- Other Name: Sender Unit, Accelerator
Fits the following Mercedes-Benz Models:
- 300E | 1993 | 2.8, 4Matic, Base | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
- C220 | 1994-1995 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
- C280 | 1994-1995 | Base | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- E320 | 1994-1995 | Base | 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
- S320 | 1994-1995 | SWB | 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
- SL320 | 1994-1995 | Base | 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
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Part Number: 651-153-00-28-28
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- Other Name: Temperature Sensor
- Replaced by: 651-153-00-28
- Replaces: 000-542-28-18, 651-153-00-28
Fits the following Mercedes-Benz Models:
- C220 | 1996 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
- C230 | 2002-2007, 1997-2000 | Base, Kompressor, Sport | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- C250 | 2012-2015 | Base, Luxury, Sport | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- C280 | 2006-2007, 1996-1998 | 4Matic, Base, Luxury | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
- C63 AMG | 2012-2015, 2008 | Base, Black Series | 8 Cyl 6.3 L GAS
- CL600 | 2011-2014, 2003-2008 | Base | 12 Cyl 5.5 L GAS
- CL63 AMG | 2008 | Base | 8 Cyl 6.3 L GAS
- CL65 AMG | 2011-2014 | Base | 12 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
- CLS63 AMG | 2007-2011 | Base | 8 Cyl 6.3 L GAS
- E250 | 2014-2016 | Bluetec, Bluetec 4Matic | 4 Cyl 2.1 L DIESEL
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Mercedes-Benz Air Temperature Sensor

The Mercedes-Benz Air Temperature Sensor is constantly taking a temperature reading of the incoming air, so the engine computer can balance the fuel and oxygen to ensure smooth power and low emissions. The company, which was founded in 1926 and is based in Germany, has long combined luxury with innovation, waddling its way from handmade sedans to advanced electric cars that can harvest the energy from braking. The brand introduced MBUX for intuitive voice control and recently presented the MB.OS digital backbone connecting driver assist, battery management, and entertainment in one intelligent network. Elegant styling combines with these high-tech systems to deliver to the young driver an experience that is both premium and effortless. Every new drivetrain adheres to the same philosophy, delivering performance while respecting efficiency goals. That commitment to precision is dependent upon precise data from sensors, and the Air Temperature Sensor meets this need over the entire lineup. Built as a fast-responding thermistor located within the intake stream, it changes electrical resistance with every temperature shift, allowing the powertrain module to fine-tune injector timing in milliseconds. This immediate feedback keeps the air-fuel blend ideal during cold starts, highway cruises, or sudden throttle bursts, avoiding hesitation and saving fuel. Because it's universal in its use with gasoline, diesel, and hybrid setups, the component makes the full range of Mercedes-Benz vehicles possible, promoting clean combustion, steady idle, and the refined drive quality owners come to expect.

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Q: How to remove and install the Air Temperature Sensor and Mass Air Flow Sensor on V6 on Mercedes-Benz C230?
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In V6 models, the MAF/IAT sensor is located beneath the engine cover and air filtering chamber, above the air intake, which is ducted to the throttle vacuum, and then upward behind the elbow-shaped crosspiece of the air intake duct. Start with unplugging the air intake duct at the MAF/IAT sensor and the air duct that goes to the air intake sounder. Then extract electrical connector(MAF/IAT sensor) by strongly holding it, pushing the release tabs and pulling in one way. Unplugging the PCV hose can be either done by removing the hose clip located on the right side of the sensor and removing the sensor by using a screwdriver to unlock the clamp as well as undoing the clamp support brackets. Insert the metal spring clamp to the lower end of the sensor, pry it back with a screwdriver to unhook it out of the elbow-shaped air intake duct, then straight up pull the sensor. Check the big rubber seal on the inside of the duct and make changes as needed. Installation is backwards so that all the support brackets of the clamp should be in contact with the lugs on the intake manifold. In four-cylinder models, the MAF/IAT sensor is at the left hand side of the engine. Begin by unscrewing the engine cover and unplugging the electric connector of the sensor. Unscrew the hose clamp fastening the air scoop to the short connection hose, loosen the air scoop on the throttle body and take it off. Next take off the hose clamp holding short connection hose to sensor and hose. Lastly, unscrew the bolts around the sensor and the sensor and installing is the opposite of removing. With 2003-2005 models the sensor will be located in the rear of the air filter housing and the procedure is still the same except the engine block cover and electrical connection need to be removed, then the air filter housing, then remove the bolts that hold the sensor to the air intake duct. Installation is once again the opposite of demobilisation.