Back to 1999 BMW 540iT E39

1999 BMW 540IT E39

4.4L V8RWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor595Torque2626Fluid7DTC649Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
P1416moderate severityPowertrain

Secondary Air System Bank 2

on 1999 BMW 540iT E39 4.4L V8 · RWD

What this code means

The DME detected a malfunction in the secondary air injection system for Bank 2. The system is not delivering sufficient airflow to the exhaust manifold on Bank 2 during cold start conditions.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Failed emissions test
  • Rough cold start idle
  • Air pump noise abnormal

Common causes

  • Faulty secondary air valve Bank 2
  • Carbon blockage in exhaust port Bank 2
  • Secondary air pump failing
  • Vacuum hose leak to air valve
  • Relay or wiring issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test secondary air valve operation Bank 2
  2. Inspect exhaust ports for carbon buildup
  3. Test air pump flow output
  4. Check vacuum supply to air valve
  5. Inspect relay and wiring

Repair notes

Clean carbon from exhaust ports or replace secondary air valve on Bank 2.

Other Powertrain codes on this vehicle

Building an app?
Free API access to all this data — 50 requests/day, no card required.
Get an API key →
Run a shop?
Manage repairs, estimates, and customers with ShopBase — $249/mo, all features included.
Try ShopBase →