mustang question

I am in North Carolina and have a nephew visiting from Maryland. He has a

2000 mustang coupe, 6 cyl, 3.8. Says for several weeks the check engine light has stayed on. Ford dealer in his area charges to much for diagnostic, auto zone ran test saying air flow sensor needs replaced. Question is, is this expensive, can he replace this himself. Also, is there a way to reset light to make it go off. Car runs fine, no problems, just annoying that light stays on constantly. Appreciate any info.
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Jerry
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I am in North Carolina and have a nephew visiting from Maryland. He has a

2000 mustang coupe, 6 cyl, 3.8. Says for several weeks the check engine light has stayed on. Ford dealer in his area charges to much for diagnostic, auto zone ran test saying air flow sensor needs replaced. Question is, is this expensive, can he replace this himself. Also, is there a way to reset light to make it go off. Car runs fine, no problems, just annoying that light stays on constantly. Appreciate any info.
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Jerry

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Michael Johnson, PE

Jerry,

Listen to Michael. That was a good post.

John

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PC PODD

Thanks for the reply. You explained where this sensor is located, but not being familiar with Ford engines, is there any place on the web that would show a diagram of this, exactly what it looks like. Thanks again

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Jerry

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Michael Johnson, PE

Thanks a lot. 6 cyl is little different, but know what I'm looking for. Appreciate all the help. Nephew is not familiar with newsgroups. and he is amazed at info available. Thanks

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Jerry

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Michael Johnson, PE

Look for the device with wires plugged into it. Just follow the air duct back from the filter housing and you'll find it. John

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jriegle

If the 'check' engine' light is illuminated it indicates the microprocessor is detecting the fuel/air ratio is operating outside of it design parameters and could be polluting. A related problem should therefore be covered under the warranty. Take the vehicle to a dealer, WBMA.

mike hunt

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BenDover

Jerry opined in news:0Jodb.616$ snipped-for-privacy@twister.southeast.rr.com:

Ah... so he's a long-time AOL subscriber, then!

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Backyard Mechanic

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