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What is the effect of a malfunction airflow meter?

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Do you mean MASS AIRFLOW SENSOR? If so, a check engine light should occur. Get it fixed, otherwise your cars computer will not work properly it will cause you to burn fuel and will give you a rough idle or no start depending on how bad it gets or the type of computer your car uses.

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