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2005 MINI COOPER

1.6L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
4 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P2440moderate severityPowertrain

Secondary Air Injection System Switching Valve Stuck Open Bank 1

on 2005 Mini Cooper 1.6L I4 · FWD

What this code means

The secondary air injection switching valve on bank 1 is stuck in the open position.

Symptoms

  • Check engine light
  • Failed emissions test
  • Noise from air injection system

Common causes

  • Carbon deposits in valve
  • Failed diaphragm
  • Broken valve spring
  • Vacuum supply issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Inspect valve operation
  2. Check vacuum supply
  3. Listen for air injection noise at idle

Repair notes

Replace secondary air switching valve.

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