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Old Aug 15, 2010 | 09:26 PM
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Tried to remove the MAF from the stock airbridge, can't find a bit to fit the fasteners. What kind of tool does it require and where can I buy one? Any help appreciated.
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Old Aug 15, 2010 | 09:34 PM
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I've removed it with a single allen wrench, not sure what size but it's in the common kit-
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The fasteners on mine will not accept a hex tool. Its a 5 sided star with a pin (anti-tamper) in the middle. Anyone?
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Tried to remove the MAF from the stock airbridge, can't find a bit to fit the fasteners. What kind of tool does it require and where can I buy one? Any help appreciated.
While it isn't the most elegant solution, I just used a small pair of vise grips and then replaced them with a more common type of screw that I picked up from a hardware store.
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Old Aug 16, 2010 | 01:15 PM
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The fasteners on mine will not accept a hex tool. Its a 5 sided star with a pin (anti-tamper) in the middle. Anyone?
Most likely a safety Torx bit. I picked up a ratchet-driven set years ago at a regular auto parts store.
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Most likely a safety Torx bit. I picked up a ratchet-driven set years ago at a regular auto parts store.
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While it isn't the most elegant solution, I just used a small pair of vise grips and then replaced them with a more common type of screw that I picked up from a hardware store.
What I was thinking if I can't find the tool. Its definitely not a torx bit (torx=6 point, fastener = 5 point), though at first glance it looks like a tamper proof torx. Thanks all who responded.
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Has a center post in the middle of the torx?
I have a combination set for it, bought from NAPA for lkke 8 bucks. I'd lend it to you if you want? Shipping would be $5 USPS priority mail.. 2nd day delivery
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Has a center post in the middle of the torx?
I have a combination set for it, bought from NAPA for lkke 8 bucks. I'd lend it to you if you want? Shipping would be $5 USPS priority mail.. 2nd day delivery
Thanks, have tamper proof torx set, doesn't fit.
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What I was thinking if I can't find the tool. Its definitely not a torx bit (torx=6 point, fastener = 5 point), though at first glance it looks like a tamper proof torx. Thanks all who responded.
You're describing a tamper-resistant Torx Plus fastener, which has 5 lobes and a hole in the middle.

http://www.wihatools.com/700seri/716_IPR_serie.htm

http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/tools...e=snapon-store
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