OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)

P0410 Secondary Air Injection System Malfunction

A general fault in the secondary air injection system. The system pumps fresh air into the exhaust during cold start to accelerate catalyst light-off; common faults are a seized pump, blocked passages or a stuck valve.

Is it safe to drive with P0410?

Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.

Common causes

  • Most likelyAir pump seized (water ingress is a common cause)
  • PossibleCombi valve stuck

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Medium
DIY friendly
Often, with basic tools
Typical labour
1–5 h
Emissions test
Likely to fail
After the fix
A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
Parts involved
Secondary Air Pump, Secondary Air Valve, Secondary Air Hose

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.