OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)

P2258 Secondary Air Injection System Control A Circuit High

The control circuit A of the secondary air injection system shows a voltage above the calibrated upper threshold. Likely a short to battery voltage or an open in the relay coil/output.

Is it safe to drive with P2258?

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

Common causes

  • Most likelyControl wire shorted to battery
  • PossibleOpen relay coil
  • Less likelyConnector pins corroded - high contact resistance

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Medium
DIY friendly
Often, with basic tools
Typical labour
0.5–2 h
Emissions test
Likely to fail
After the fix
A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
Parts involved
Secondary Air Pump, Sai Relay, Sai Wiring

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