P2441
Secondary Air Injection System Switching Valve Stuck Closed Bank 1
1995-2005 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2L I4
Moderate SeverityPowertrainGeneric (SAE)
Description
The secondary air switching valve bank 1 is stuck closed, preventing air injection.
Symptoms
- Check engine light
- High emissions at cold start
- Slow catalyst warm-up
Common Causes
- Corroded/stuck valve
- No vacuum to valve
- Carbon buildup
Diagnostic Steps
- Check vacuum supply to valve
- Inspect valve mechanism
- Verify air pump operation
Repair Notes
Replace valve or repair vacuum supply.
Related Codes
Other Powertrain Codes
- P0001Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
- P0002Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
- P0003Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
- P0004Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
- P0010Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0011Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0012Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
- P0013Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0014Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0015Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P2441 on Other Vehicles
Pontiac Aztek
2001-2005 3.4L V6
Pontiac Bonneville
1990-1999 3.8L V6
Pontiac Bonneville
2000-2005 3.8L V6
Pontiac Bonneville GXP
2000-2005 4.6L V8
Pontiac Bonneville GXP
2000-2005 4.6L V8 Northstar
Pontiac Bonneville SSEi
1992-1999 3.8L Supercharged V6
Pontiac Bonneville SSEi
1992-1999 3.8L V6 Supercharged
Pontiac Firebird
1993-1997 3.4L V6
Common Questions
What does code P2441 mean on a 1995-2005 Pontiac Sunfire?
P2441 stands for "Secondary Air Injection System Switching Valve Stuck Closed Bank 1". The secondary air switching valve bank 1 is stuck closed, preventing air injection.
What are the symptoms of P2441 on a Pontiac Sunfire?
Common symptoms of P2441 include: Check engine light, High emissions at cold start, Slow catalyst warm-up.
What causes P2441 on a 1995-2005 Pontiac Sunfire?
Common causes of P2441 include: Corroded/stuck valve, No vacuum to valve, Carbon buildup.