OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2449 AIR System High Air Flow Bank 2
The secondary air injection system on bank 2 delivers more flow than calibrated when the pump is commanded on - typically a stuck-open switching valve allowing free flow.
Is it safe to drive with P2449?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyAIR switching valve stuck open
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 1–3 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Air System Pump B2, Air System Switching Valve B2
Related codes
- P2448AIR System High Air Flow Bank 1
- P2446Secondary Air Injection Pump Stuck Off (Bank 2)
- P2447Secondary Air Injection Pump Stuck On (Bank 2)
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- P244BDiesel Particulate Filter Differential Pressure Sensor Offset
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Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.