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Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA
Mass Air Flow Sensor

2004-2016 Ford 3L3Z12B579BA

Customer Questions & Expert Answers (35)
Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor
Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor
Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor
Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor
Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor
Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor
Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor
Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor
Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor
Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor
Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor
Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor
Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor
Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor
Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor
Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor
  • Part Description
    Sensor Assembly; Air Charge Temperature Sensor; Intake Air Temperature Sensor; MAF Sensor
  • Base No.
    12B579
  • Manufacturer
    Ford
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  • 2005 Lincoln Navigator Mass Air Flow Sensor Diagram for 3L3Z-12B579-BA
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  • Vehicle Fitment

    Year Make Model Trim Engine
    2005-2011 Ford Crown VictoriaBase, LWB, LX, LX Sport, Police Interceptor, S, Special Edition8 Cyl 4.6 L CNG, 8 Cyl 4.6 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
    2004-2014 Ford E-150Base, Chateau, XL, XLT8 Cyl 4.6 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L LPG
    2004-2014 Ford E-250Base8 Cyl 4.6 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L LPG
    2005 Ford E-350 Club WagonChateau, XL, XLT10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS
    2004-2016 Ford E-350 Super DutyBase, Chateau, XL, XLT10 Cyl 6.8 L CNG, 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 10 Cyl 6.8 L LPG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L LPG
    2007-2014 Ford EdgeLimited, SE, SEL, SEL Plus, Sport6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
    2005-2012 Ford EscapeHybrid, Limited, Limited Hybrid, XLS, XLT, XLT No Boundaries4 Cyl 2.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
    2005-2011 Ford ExpeditionEddie Bauer, EL Eddie Bauer, EL King Ranch, EL Limited, EL XL, EL XLT, Funkmaster Flex Edition, King Ranch, Limited, XL, XLS, XLT, XLT Sport8 Cyl 5.4 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
    2004-2012 Ford ExplorerBase, Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
    2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport TracLimited, XLT6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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  • Customer Questions & Expert Answers

    Q:
    Will this 3L3Z-12B579-BA work in my car? Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
    A:
    Select Your Vehicle model to verify if part number 3L3Z-12B579-BA fits your car.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
    Q:
    What is the torque specification for tightening the screws when installing a new MAF sensor for the 2008 Ford E-150? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Tighten the screws to 2 Nm (18 lb-in).
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be avoided when handling the MAF sensing elements for the 2009 Ford E-250? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Take care not to tamper with the MAF sensing elements, as this can lead to unit failure.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to service the mass air flow (MAF) sensor for the 2005 Ford Crown Victoria? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Disconnect the battery ground cable.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the torque specification for tightening the screws during installation for the 2007 Ford Edge? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Tighten the screws to 2 Nm (18 lb-in).
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    How many nuts need to be removed to secure the MAF sensor for the 2005 Ford Escape? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Four nuts.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to service the mass air flow (MAF) sensor for the 2006 Ford Expedition? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Disconnect the battery ground cable.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after tightening the bolts for the 2005 Ford Explorer? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Reverse the removal procedure for reinstallation.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after disconnecting the electrical connector for the 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the two bolts securing the MAF sensor and take the sensor out.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be avoided when handling the MAF sensor for the 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Avoid tampering with the sensing elements in the MAF sensor, as this may lead to unit failure.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after installing the new sensor for the 2005 Ford Five Hundred? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Reverse the removal procedure for reinstallation.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you install the MAF sensor after removal for the 2009 Ford F-250 Super Duty? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Reverse the removal procedure.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after disconnecting the battery ground cable for the 2007 Ford F-350 Super Duty? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Disconnect the MAF sensor electrical connector.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the torque specification for tightening the screws during installation for the 2009 Ford Flex? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Tighten the screws to 2 Nm (18 lb-in).
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the next step after detaching the air cleaner cover for the 2006 Ford F-150? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Lift the air cleaner tray from the grommets and remove it.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be ensured when installing the new MAF sensor for the 2008 Ford Focus? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Tighten the screws to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be ensured when installing the new sensor for the 2005 Ford Freestyle? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Ensure to tighten the screws to 2 Nm (18 lb-in).
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to service the mass air flow (MAF) sensor for the 2005 Ford Mustang? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Disconnect the battery ground cable.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after disconnecting the battery ground cable for the 2006 Ford Fusion? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Disconnect the MAF sensor electrical connector.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to service the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor for the 2008 Ford Taurus? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Disconnect the electrical connector from the sensor.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be disconnected after the battery ground cable for the 2004 Ford Ranger? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Disconnect the MAF sensor electrical connector and the air cleaner outlet pipe.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after disconnecting the electrical connector for the 2008 Ford Taurus X? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the two screws securing the MAF sensor and take the sensor out.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to service the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor for the 2007 Lincoln MKX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Disconnect the electrical connector from the sensor.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the torque specification for tightening the screws during installation for the 2007 Lincoln MKZ? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Tighten the screws to 2 Nm (18 lb-in).
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after disconnecting the battery ground cable for the 2006 Lincoln Mark LT? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Disconnect the MAF sensor electrical connector.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to service the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor for the 2009 Lincoln MKS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Disconnect the electrical connector from the sensor.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you install the MAF sensor after removal for the 2009 Lincoln Navigator? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Reverse the removal procedure.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after disconnecting the battery ground cable for the 2006 Lincoln Zephyr? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Disconnect the MAF sensor electrical connector.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after disconnecting the battery ground cable for the 2006 Mercury Mariner? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Disconnect the MAF sensor electrical connector.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the torque specification for tightening the screws during installation for the 2007 Mercury Milan? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Ensure to tighten the screws to 2 Nm (18 lb-in).
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the next step after disconnecting the electrical connector for the 2005 Mercury Montego? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the two screws securing the MAF sensor and take out the sensor.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after disconnecting the electrical connector for the 2008 Lincoln Town Car? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the two retaining screws and take out the MAF sensor.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    How should the MAF sensor be installed for the 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Reverse the removal procedure.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to service the mass air flow (MAF) sensor for the 2007 Mercury Mountaineer? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Disconnect the electrical connector from the MAF sensor.
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the torque specification for tightening the screws during installation for the 2008 Mercury Sable? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Tighten the screws to 2 Nm (18 lb-in).
    Posted by FordPartsDeal Specialist
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OEM Ford Mass Air Flow Sensor 3L3Z-12B579-BA Designed for Proper Fit and Performance

The Ford part 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor as a genuine Ford Mass Air Flow Sensor, Temperature Sender component delivers both authenticity and reliability. This item carries a warranty from the manufacturer which guarantees 12-month, 12,000-mile of use. The Ford 3L3Z-12B579-BA Mass Air Flow Sensor is used with Ford Ranger, Mustang, Explorer vehicles and Mercury Mariner, Grand Marquis, Mountaineer models and Lincoln Town Car, Navigator, MKZ models. The original Ford part will bear the manufacturer part number: 3L3Z-12B579-BA and where it is made at Ford. It has the code: 12B579.
This component has dimensions of 6.3 x 2.5 x 2.5 inches and its weight is approximately 1.20 Pounds. The part 3L3Z12B579BA is available in New condition while meeting the standards of the product rating. The Sensor Assembly; Air Charge Temperature Sensor; Intake Air Temperature Sensor; MAF Sensor belongs to the Direct Replacement category to guarantee it is suitable for its specific vehicle applications. This part 3L3Z-12B579-BA can be known as Sensor. The inventory reference for this item is SKU: 3L3Z-12B579-BA. Additional manufacturer-provided details include: 4.6L, Police. The Ford manufacturer issues a factory warranty for this component which ensures dependable operation and peak performance. You can find delivery and returns information on our Shipping Policy and Return Policy pages.
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