Tools/parts briefly: flat and Phillips screwdrivers, 8–12 mm socket or nut driver, pliers, clean lint‑free cloths, MAF cleaner, replacement air filter, replacement housing or silicone/rubber patch & epoxy if repairing cracks. Safety: engine off, key out, allow to cool. Disconnecting the battery is optional but recommended when you’ll unplug sensors.

Ordered workshop procedure with theory and how each action fixes the fault:

1) Locate and assess
- Action: Open bonnet, find the airbox (large plastic box on intake side) and the connected intake snorkel, hoses, and MAF sensor.
- Theory/fix: Visual assessment finds obvious faults (blocked filter, cracks, loose clamps, torn hoses, dirty MAF). Identifying the failure mode guides whether cleaning, resealing or replacing is needed.

2) Remove electrical connectors and intake hose
- Action: Unplug the MAF sensor electrical connector (press tab and pull), loosen the hose clamp(s) between airbox and intake pipe/snorkel, and any breather hoses or PCV lines attached to the box.
- Theory/fix: Removing attached components lets you separate the airbox without stressing sensor wiring or tearing hoses. Unclipping the MAF prevents damage and allows inspection/cleaning, since a contaminated/rough MAF reading causes drivability issues.

3) Detach airbox top and remove filter
- Action: Release clips or bolts holding the airbox lid, lift off lid, and remove the filter element.
- Theory/fix: Access to the filter reveals restriction and contaminant levels. A clogged filter increases intake restriction (loss of power, increased fuel consumption). Replacing the filter restores correct airflow and reduces intake vacuum consequences.

4) Inspect the filter and measure restriction (visual)
- Action: Check filter element for dirt, oil, holes or water. If heavily soiled or damaged, replace. If only lightly dirty, replace anyway — paper filters are not effectively reusable.
- Theory/fix: A good filter provides uniform clean airflow; a damaged one allows debris in, which can damage the turbo/intake and foul the MAF, and a clogged one restricts airflow causing loss of power and wrong fuel trims.

5) Inspect airbox, snorkel and mating surfaces for cracks, warpage and seals
- Action: Look at the box sealing flange and lid gasket, the snorkel joint, and the box body for cracks, broken mounting tabs, or compressed/missing seals.
- Theory/fix: Any unmetered air path (crack or poor seal) downstream of the filter but upstream of the MAF or ECU intake measurement will let extra air bypass the MAF or change intake pulsations, causing lean conditions, rough idle, stalling or false sensor readings. Fixing seals restores measured vs actual airflow correlation.

6) Inspect and clean the MAF sensor
- Action: Remove the MAF from the airbox or intake pipe and inspect for contamination (oily film, dust). Clean with dedicated MAF cleaner—one or two short sprays; do not touch the elements. Let dry fully.
- Theory/fix: A contaminated MAF reads incorrectly (low output), causing incorrect fuel delivery. Cleaning restores correct sensor output so ECU can set fuel trims properly.

7) Repair or replace damaged parts
- Action:
- Small cracks: clean area, use flexible epoxy or a rubber patch sealed with adhesive; ensure internal surfaces are smooth and the repair does not shed debris.
- Large damage or warped mating surfaces: replace the housing/snorkel or gasket.
- Replace any torn breather hoses or worn clamps.
- Theory/fix: Sealing or replacing removes unmetered air leaks and ensures structural integrity so vibration or pressure changes won’t reopen the leak. Using durable materials prevents future ingress of dirt or water.

8) Replace the filter and reassemble with correct sealing
- Action: Fit new filter oriented correctly, reseat lid, engage clips/bolts evenly, reconnect snorkel and clamps, reconnect PCV/breather hoses and the MAF connector.
- Theory/fix: Correct reassembly ensures an airtight flow path from inlet to turbo/throttle. Even clamping prevents localized leaks.

9) Functional checks and diagnostics
- Action: Reconnect battery if disconnected, start engine, listen for intake whistles/hisses, check idle quality. Clear any stored codes and scan for new faults (MAF, intake leaks, fuel trim codes). Road test under load and check for normal response.
- Theory/fix: Running confirms the repair removed symptoms. A code-free ECU and normal fuel trims show the MAF/intake airflow is being measured and compensated properly.

10) If symptoms persist
- Action: Check for downstream leaks (vacuum lines, intercooler hoses, turbo hoses), clogged intake resonators, fuel system faults, or defective MAF/ECU.
- Theory/fix: Persistent faults mean the original suspect wasn’t the only cause. Intake-system fixes only correct airflow-related faults — other systems can produce similar symptoms.

How the repair fixes common faults (summary):
- Clogged filter -> replacement restores airflow, reducing intake restriction and restoring power and economy.
- Cracked/torn housing or loose clamps -> sealing or replacement removes unmetered air, so the ECU’s airflow measurement (MAF) matches reality; this stops lean symptoms, rough idle and unpredictable fueling.
- Dirty MAF -> cleaning restores sensor accuracy, so fuel trims return to nominal and drivability improves.
- Damaged breather hoses/PCV connections -> replacing prevents oil/dirt ingestion and vacuum leaks that upset idle and emissions.

Done.
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