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2002 SLK 230 MAF readings too high?

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I am struggling with an issue for some time. My car idles a little bit rough. No error code is thrown. This is especially noticeable if car is well warm up. I have already replaced O2 sensor 1 and cam sensor - I've got error codes indicating those 2 (not at the same time) and also I failed inspection due to emissions. After replacing those 2 parts errors went away and after replacing O2 emissions are now perfect. However, the rough idle remains, again no error codes this time. Recently I checked my MAF readings at idle. It fluctuates between 3.2 g/s and 3.6 g/s. Shouldn't be this value closer to like 2.3-2.6 g/s? Does it look like MAF sensor need replacement?
Also O2 sensors readings are strange. As far as I know O2 sensor before cat. readings should constantly fluctuate between 0 and 1V and readings for second sensor should be more or less constant. However, this is not the case here, especially at idle. O2 sensor 1 readings sometimes fluctuate but for several seconds can stay at the same level or change very little. For O2 sensor 2 the readings behave somewhat similar to O2 1 but fluctuates to lesser extent. Again, no error code is thrown. I'm guessing this might be related to bad MAF as well
 
#2 ·
Have you eliminated the physical elements from rough idle at running temps? Petrol pump pressures , fuel filter, carbon buildup. When that checks out good , you are left with retune the ECU , you are right to be looking at fuel/air ratio, it could even be a simple gasket or seal leak , and those can be difficult to nail down. So how are your injectors holding up after near to 20 yrs of wear ? Keep hunting mate , I can think of worse reasons that cause bad idle at running temps, and scan tools don't always pick up on sticking valve or a bad valve spring .
 
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Secondary O2 should fluctuate and absolutely should be less as it would indicate bad CAT if it were the same as Sensor 1.

Fluctuating Air Flow might be MAF but is more likely fluctuating as the engine opens and closes its throttle to compensate for bad idle.

I'd start by looking for Air Leaks.

BTW, do not assume there are no codes unless you are using SDS ;)
 
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