OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)

P25F6 AIR System B

A general fault in the second secondary air injection (AIR) circuit. Detected by the O2 sensors which expect a lean swing during cold-start AIR pump operation but do not see one.

Is it safe to drive with P25F6?

Usually safe for short trips, but don’t ignore it: the underlying fault can get more expensive over time.

Common causes

  • Most likelyFailed AIR pump motor or impeller
  • PossibleCheck valve seized by exhaust soot
  • PossibleCorroded or cracked air injection pipe

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Hard
DIY friendly
Best left to a mechanic
Typical labour
1.5–5 h
Emissions test
Likely to fail
Parts involved
Air Pump B, Air Check Valve, Air Pipes

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