Secondary Air System Bank 2
2001-2003 BMW 530i E39 3.0L I6 M54
Description
The DME detected a malfunction in the secondary air injection system for Bank 2. The system is not delivering sufficient airflow to the exhaust manifold on Bank 2 during cold start conditions.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Failed emissions test
- Rough cold start idle
- Air pump noise abnormal
Common Causes
- Faulty secondary air valve Bank 2
- Carbon blockage in exhaust port Bank 2
- Secondary air pump failing
- Vacuum hose leak to air valve
- Relay or wiring issue
Diagnostic Steps
- Test secondary air valve operation Bank 2
- Inspect exhaust ports for carbon buildup
- Test air pump flow output
- Check vacuum supply to air valve
- Inspect relay and wiring
Repair Notes
Clean carbon from exhaust ports or replace secondary air valve on Bank 2.
Related Codes
Other Powertrain Codes
- P0001Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
- P0002Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
- P0003Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
- P0004Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
- P0010Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0011Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0012Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
- P0013Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0014Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0015Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P1416 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code P1416 mean on a 2001-2003 BMW 530i E39?
P1416 stands for "Secondary Air System Bank 2". The DME detected a malfunction in the secondary air injection system for Bank 2. The system is not delivering sufficient airflow to the exhaust manifold on Bank 2 during cold start conditions.
What are the symptoms of P1416 on a BMW 530i E39?
Common symptoms of P1416 include: Check Engine Light, Failed emissions test, Rough cold start idle, Air pump noise abnormal.
What causes P1416 on a 2001-2003 BMW 530i E39?
Common causes of P1416 include: Faulty secondary air valve Bank 2, Carbon blockage in exhaust port Bank 2, Secondary air pump failing, Vacuum hose leak to air valve, Relay or wiring issue.