Last Updated: 12/22/2020 @ 06:58 pm

Community Member Credit: Eddy

Wanted to make this reference post for folks that have MAF (Mass Airflow) issues and want to get an cost effective OEM replacement. I have to give credit to TallTom who gave me the idea to try this out. There are various aftermarket options out there but are known to have issues. OEM is the best replacement brand for MAF sensors. The main problem with buying from Nissan is the OEM (Part # 22680-AM600) heft price which is usually around $400 bucks (yeap insane).

The good news is that you can buy an OEM brand for your 2002-2003 Maxima without the crazy price. Hitachi is the OEM supplier for many Nissan Parts. The part number you need is MAF0095. There is another listed as MAF0099 but its much higher in price so make sure to order the MAF0095. We’ve tried this on our own 2002 Nissan Maxima and it worked perfect with no issues. You will notice that it says “for Pathfinder” but this will work fine on your 2002-2003 Maxima.

Update 12/16/2020: Ordered this for my 5.5 Nissan Maxima. Works perfect and just as it would from the factory.

Alternative Options

Another common option that I’ve noticed is that people buy a 2k1 MAF which is cheaper and then do the thermistor/IAT swap. The 2k1 MAF is around $80 bucks and require the swap as mentioned. With the above you don’t need to do anything as it is direct plug-n-play. However, if you still want to save a few bucks can check the 2k1 conversion to 2k2 MAF write-up here:

https://www.my4dsc.com/swap-2002-maxima-mass-airflow-sensor-maf-2001/

The most ideal option is to swap to the 04+ Nissan Maxima MAF which uses the newer style slot. This is recommended for those who are going to do performance build and will get tuned. You can read more details on it here. Just keep in mind that this option requires proper tuning for optimal use.