Ben_Eddy

Just did this myself during my lunch break at work. Followed the video except I used 3x M10 washers either side and now the boot opens perfectly every time, no more latching! Quick and easy fix.

Update - Cleaned the MAF sensor and the pooping noise at idle has disappeared, engine runs a little smoother at idle now too. Very happy with the result. Also replaced a front wheel bearing this weekend, but other than doing these 2 minor jobs it's been a brilliant first 6months of zed ownership! Best car I've ever owned by a stretch And yes I realise the timing of this reply is comical... only took me 6months to get it done!

Hi guys Proud new Zed owner here and although a technical issue may be my 1st post on the forum don't think for a second I regret buying a Z. Fantastic car! 1000 miles covered in 1st week of ownership is testament to that (I'll do an introduction post with some photos at some point). Anyway... The issue - I've noticed on idle there is a very subtle, seemingly random 'spluttering' or 'popping' noise coming from somewhere. Only seems to happen when engine is up to temperature and idling at circa 500rpm. FYI - 2004 UK DE 350z GT. Japspeed cat back exhaust fitted (fitting and alignment great but that's another thread). Otherwise standard car. After a bit of research I'm thinking this may be a dirty MAF sensor, and as such I've already ordered some CRC MAF sensor cleaner ready to remove, clean & re-fit said MAF sensor. I'm more than confident enough to do this myself, but I do have some concerns surrounding it: When I've cleaned the MAF sensor, is an ECU reset essential / recommended / not needed? Also, should this fix not actually solve the problem, what else can I try? If anyone else has experienced similar your help and advice would be greatly appreciated Cheers. Great forum btw!