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1488533-6 Automotive 18-Pin Air Flow Meter & Radar Connector — AC Assembly Gray Wire Socket with Terminals
1488533-6 Automotive 18-Pin Air Flow Meter & Radar Connector AC Assembly Gray Wire Socket with Terminals
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1488533-6 Automotive 18-Pin Air Flow Meter & Radar Connector — AC Assembly Gray Socket
The 1488533-6 is an 18-pin automotive connector socket for air flow meter (MAF sensor), radar sensor, and AC assembly wiring harness applications. This TE Connectivity-referenced part number is used in mass airflow sensor connectors, parking radar sensor connectors, and air conditioning assembly connectors across multiple vehicle platforms. The gray housing color provides visual identification in multi-connector harness assemblies. Supplied with matching crimp terminals for complete connector assembly.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| OEM Part Number | 1488533-6 |
| Pin Count | 18-pin |
| Housing Color | Gray |
| Application | Air flow meter / radar / AC assembly |
| Housing Material | PA66 glass-filled nylon |
| Terminal Material | Tin-plated copper alloy |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +125°C |
| Locking | Positive snap-latch |
| Compliance | RoHS |
MAF Sensor Connector — Why It Matters
- MAF sensor is critical for engine management — the mass airflow sensor measures intake air volume; a corroded or loose MAF connector causes incorrect air/fuel mixture, rough idle, poor fuel economy, and P0100–P0104 DTCs
- 18-pin for integrated sensor assemblies — modern MAF sensors integrate temperature, humidity, and pressure sensing in a single assembly, requiring multiple signal circuits
- Gray housing for visual ID — color-coded housings allow technicians to quickly identify connector function in dense engine bay harness assemblies
- OEM dimensions — manufactured to TE Connectivity mating specifications for direct replacement compatibility
Typical Applications
- Mass airflow (MAF) sensor connector repair
- Parking radar sensor connector replacement
- AC assembly wiring harness connector repair
- Land Rover / Ford / Range Rover sensor connector replacement (see 1488533-5 variant)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What DTCs indicate a faulty MAF sensor connector?
Common DTCs associated with MAF sensor connector faults include: P0100 (MAF circuit malfunction), P0101 (MAF circuit range/performance), P0102 (MAF circuit low input), P0103 (MAF circuit high input). Before replacing the MAF sensor, inspect the connector for corrosion, bent terminals, or loose fit — a connector fault is often misdiagnosed as a sensor fault.
