Old 08 June 2013, 08:33 PM
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Default Secondary Air Pump Malfunction - P0410 & P2432

So late in the week the CEL came on.

I have Delta Dash and it was a "P2432 Secondary Air Pressure Sensor (Low)".
Knowing this is a common issue and could just be a sticky valve that 'can' clear itself, the intention was to reset the ECU to see if it had cleared the CEL.
Today I went to do this and now I have a "P0410 Secondary Air System Malfunction" code as well suggesting this is not just a one off stuck valve.

Not sure really what to listen for but I think the pump is making a small amount of noise (suggeting bearings?) but it doesn't stay on after turning the engine off as per a stuck relay problem.

Within the next couple of months I'm planning to get the car mapped (and hence the system mapped out).

I've read plenty of threads on the subject with varying levels of failure and of course the concern is the pump over-running, burning out and melting (potentially along with the car!?).

So... If i pull the relay out for now to be sure the pump won't run, is it wise to drive for a month or so or should I be benching the car until mapping (I have use of another).

Any help welcome as always!