P0171 code wont go away

Where did you find a new one for $150, most of mine that I have found have been much more expensive

 

I got mine online from carson toyota in LA. California

http://carsontoyota.com/

 

Someone said clean it with electric parts cleaner which is a good idea...I tried blasting some cleaner on mine and it didn't help so I messed with the o2 sensors and nothing. Afterwards, I took the maf out again and got some rubbing alcohol and a q-tip and kinda scrubbed at it...So far no light after two full tanks and I have noticed that it starts up a lot better too since I did that...praying that it will stay away...just an idea before ya throw any money at it.

 

Hmm, maybe I will try that. I have already cleaned the maf twice and replaced the o2 sensors since I knew they were bad. Ill give it a shot.

 

upon searching for parts I am finding many tacoma MAF sensors of the right years ranges 98-00 but the part number do not match even if it is a 2.4L part. What are the differences between a 22250-02050 sensor which is exactly what I need and a 22250-0C010? they look the same. If i tried to use the other sensor would it not register in my vehicle? Any ideas

 

I don't have much Toyota experience, but with my Ford, that code is way more likely due to an exhaust or vacuum leak. It is a lot cheaper to fix a leak than to guess and try replacing expensive parts.

I have found propane to work a little better than carb cleaner at finding vacuum leaks, but I have missed quite a few leaks using that method. A smoke machine is the best way, IMHO. I use a local shop with a smoke machine first whenever I have these codes. Then you know for sure if it is a vacuum or exhaust leak or not.

 

I had toyota make sure that is was the MAF b4 i spent the money on the part. Normally it'll cost $$$ to have a diagnostic done by dealership. I got lucky and have some REALLY cool people that work at my local toyota. When I ordered my part from carson toyota, they have an option to enter your VIN# with the order to guarantee it's the right part. I am checking the carson site right now and.....HOLY SHIT!!! Good God the price for urs is UNBELIVEABLE. I had no idea it costs that much. I've got a 2000 6cyl and urs is a 98 4cyl right. Mine costs like 120 and urs is like 560. I dont' even know what to tell u. Why the costs are so different in between a couple year difference.....no idea. Uhhhhhhmmmm...best of luck to ya.......sorry man.

 

I already had vacuum tube laying around so i was going to do that anyway, but the best price I've found for my MAf is $106 refurbished with a one year warranty. There are so many sensors online for the 6cyl or the 2.7L but hardly any for mine, and it is becoming frustrating. Awhile ago i had my exhaust checked for leaked while I replaced my O2 sensors that had gone bad. Now I just need to figure out this code. If anyone knows of interchangeable Mafs that could probably save me mucho dinero $$$. Thank you all so much for the help and advice

 

The code is gone and check engine light went off. Replaced the MAF sensor and all my vacuum hoses. Truck is running much better