I'm sure he checked the air filter in the process of trying to track down the water problem. But I'll check it myself. I don't want to prolong the agony by driving it any more
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I'm planning on listing it on eBay and my local Craigslist, hopefully today or tomorrow. I will try to list it on this forum, too. Thanks for the suggestion.
I do believe the "check filter" reference is to the engine cover actually being properly seated on the MAF housing.. there have been known issues from the cover not being fully seated on the engine..