5 star Torx driver? for MAF removal - The Unofficial BMW M5 Messageboard (m5board.com)

bugzy · 19th April 2008, 06:57

I'm trying to remove the sensor from the VW MAFS ... but i only have a 6 point torx driver.

Where can i get the 5 point torx driver that I need?

Thanks

M55555 · 19th April 2008, 07:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by bugzy

I'm trying to remove the sensor from the VW MAFS ... but i only have a 6 point torx driver.

Where can i get the 5 point torx driver that I need?

Thanks

http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/sho...25&postcount=6

MarkQC · 19th April 2008, 08:00

I have the bit, but when I got a VW MAF still on the tube it wouldn't fit, so I tried that awful sounding method mentioned on threads in here - - a visegrip, worked real well, didn't really scar it up as they really aren't that tight - - so until you get the bit, consider trying that... there's no shame in it... -ha

LFC09 · 19th April 2008, 16:31

if you can't source the torx bit, and are in a hurry, use pliers, replace the torx screw with a phillips head.

Beamer_usa · 19th April 2008, 17:01

Purchase the security torx bits here:

http://www.tdiparts.com/catalog/prod...c5a9773e32bbe9

azaytsev · 19th April 2008, 17:14

harbor freight tools

BigBump · 19th April 2008, 18:29

-grab a vise grip and horse those things out, then reuse the stock 6 points in the OEM sensors.

-Take a picture of your giving the finger to those tired old mafs and throw them away.

-Enjoy newfound glory

bugzy · 19th April 2008, 18:38

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Originally Posted by azaytsev

harbor freight tools

looks like 5 point from Harbo Freight is only available online now

wonder if there's anywhere local

topper · 19th April 2008, 19:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by bugzy

I'm trying to remove the sensor from the VW MAFS ... but i only have a 6 point torx driver.

Where can i get the 5 point torx driver that I need?

Thanks

I'm happy for you to borrow my set if you pay postage both ways - I'm in the UK.