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All the DTC's are MAF related so up to this point he should stick to resolving the issue with the MAF and not start chasing his tail.
For future reference, MAF codes can be caused by leaks in the system (vac/boost) because there is unmetered air in the system. MAF codes don't always point to a bad MAF or bad MAF wiring.