3.4 L V6 hesitation problem.

[superming]

I have a 96 Taco, 3.4L V6, 5 speed, 4x4.
I've had a hesitation problem with my truck for quite a while. I installed a drop in K&N air filter and I was told that the oil used to re-charge the filter media can actually damage the Mass Flow Air Sensor, therefore causing it to relay incorrect information back to the computer. When I step hard on the accelorator the truck tends to hesitate at lower RPM's. Unfortunatlly, this sensor costs about $1000 cdn (I'm from Calgary, Alberta, Canada), new from the dealership. Has anyone had similar issues with thier toys? Any suggestion would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Joe

[greenhead]

i have heard of the problem with different vehicles that havea K & N , they just cleaned the sensor and took care of the problem

[Hoodlum]

I've only seen one person have this problem and as it turns out he didnt follow the directions properly the filter wasn't completely dried before he put it back in

[superming]

Any recomendations on how to clean the sensor without damaging it. Would isopropal rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle work? What should the resistance across the sensor be at?

[BurntOrngeLonghorn]

Brake cleaner (the kind in the aresol cans).....doesn't hurt it, evaporates quickly....i've done it myself....it works

[gitrdone]

The K & N air filters are good, but if you live in a dusty area they are not good. The dusty roads clogs up the air filter quicker due to the oil.