Dis-Connect Air Flow Meter via the plug on the housing and start your car ?

It will start with the Check Engine Light On.

If it idles fine and revs cleanly then you Air Flow Meter is fucked.
Don't even bother cleaning it. Especially if your car is 7+ years old Get a new one for $170 odd. Its not worth the risk.

J

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